Bookcases
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
1980s Vintage Bookcases
Oak
20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century American Bookcases
Wood
20th Century American Bohemian Bookcases
Glass
1970s French Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Country Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Bookcases
Bamboo
1910s British Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Marble
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases
Brass
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1970s Vintage Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 1900s Regency Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1980s English Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Brass
20th Century British Bookcases
Teak
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
1920s American Louis XV Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Silver, Sterling Silver
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Burmese Bookcases
Glass, Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century French Country Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1950s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
20th Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Straw, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1950s French Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
20th Century Italian Bookcases
Iron
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Romanian Country Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Hardwood
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage, New and Antique Bookcases
As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured objects, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase. Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and antique bookcases of the era, rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs, were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.
Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, a bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères.
Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement.
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