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Bookcases For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: Late 19th Century
Spanish Large Pine Cupboard or Bookcase with Glass Vitrine, 19th Century
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Spanish cupboard or bookcase with glass vitrine, constructed from a pine called "mobila" and original glasses of this period. Features a coffered case fronted by four la...
Category
Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Pine
Antique Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet Quality 19th Century
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet - High-Quality Late 19th Century Piece.
This bookcase radiates timeless charm and c...
Category
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Materials
Oak
19th century George IV Rosewood Chiffonier
Located in Savannah, GA
George IV early 19th century chiffonier made of fine rosewood featuring a double tiered back supported by delicate carved columns. The bottom p...
Category
19th Century British George IV Antique Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Exquisite Quality G. Jacob Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5069 superb quality early XIXth century mahogany bookcase, having original veined marble top above shallow frieze and three glazed doors fitted with original working lock and a key...
Category
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Austrian Biedermeier Cupboard/Bar Cabinet in Cherrywood with Vitrine, c. 1820
Located in Miami, FL
An Austrian Biedermeier cupboard in cherrywood with carved, open fretwork gallery, with ebonized details above crown molding. Arched Gothic style tracery work on interior of glass do...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Materials
Cherry
French 19th Century Stripped Wood Bookcase with Carved Scrolling Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Country French stripped wood bookcase from the 19th century with abundant carved scrolling décor, foliage and chicken wire doors. This 19th-century Country French bookcase is a mag...
Category
19th Century French Country Antique Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Exceptional 19th Century French Bookcase
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
19th Century French Louis XVI style bookcase. Exquisite marquetry in rosewood and kingwood. Adorned with original gilt br...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Materials
Bronze
Pair Of Gothic Revival Painted Bookcases Of Slightly Different Proportions
Located in Essex, MA
One 4.25 inches wider than the other. Each with a pierced and carved gothic cornice over an open bookcase with four adjustable shelves. The base with a carved frieze with sawtooth de...
Category
Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Early 19th Century Flame Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th century flame mahogany secretaire bookcase with a nice moulded cornice with dentil moulding, the bookcase having two astrigal glazed doors opening to reveal four adjustabl...
Category
1810s European Georgian Antique Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
English Mahogany Bookcase on Stand
Located in Wilson, NC
The upper display cabinet of this mahogany bookcase on stand has the original wavy glass doors. The side stiles of the drawers are fluted and the fri...
Category
1890s English Antique Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
IMPORTANT PAIR OF 2.1 METER TALL REGENCY HARDWOOD WATERFALL LiBRARY BOOKCASES
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, Important and highly collectable pair of Regency circa 1810-1820 hand carved depicting flow...
Category
1810s English Regency Antique Bookcases
Materials
Hardwood, Pine
A Long English Regency Gilllows Rosewood Cabinet
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5523 An exhibition quality George IV break fronted sideboard, having oversailing top with stunning figured grain above a shallow frieze with original ormolu pateraes and pair of ce...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Late 19th Century Display Cabinet or Vitrine, Umbertino, Neoclassic with Drawer
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1890s, display cabinet or vitrine, umbertino, neoclassic with drawer in solid walnut and veneer walnut. Restored and wax polished in good conditions. Excellent patina. With one shelf...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Buffet Deux Corps
Located in High Point, NC
Exceptionally well-carved 19th century oak buffet deux corps from France. This two-piece cabinet features a wonderful hand carved de...
Category
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Materials
Blown Glass, Oak
Large 19thC English Walnut & Birch Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1870
Large 19thC English Walnut & Birch Bookcase
sku 1468
Together W192 x D51 x H194 cm
Base W192 x D51 x H85 cm
Top W192 x D36 x H109 cm.
Category
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Materials
Birch, Walnut
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Style Marble Top Bibliotheques / Bookcases
Located in Charleston, SC
A Regal pair of Louis XV style French ormolu-mounted marble top Bibliotheques with rosewood, Kingwood, Tulipwood, and mahogany veneers. These elegant French bookcases showcase the re...
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Antique French Showcase Bookcase Louise Philippe, 1850s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
A beautiful French showcase from the Louis Philippe period of the 1850s.
This piece displays an outstanding executive quality due to the masterful ...
Category
1850s French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Materials
Crystal
Herter Brothers Style Monumental Antique Eastlake Victorian Walnut Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional monumental antique Eastlake Victorian triple bookcase cabinet
In the manner of Herter Brothers
USA, Circa 1880s
Carved walnut, with burled walnut panels, glass fron...
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Materials
Brass
19thC English Painted Astragal Glazed Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880
19thC English Painted Astragal Glazed Bookcase Cabinet
With keys and working locks
(2 parts)
W126 x D42 x H215
Base: W120 x D42 x H...
Category
1870s English Antique Bookcases
Materials
Pine
19th Century English Black Lacquered Chiffonier with Chinoiserie Decoration
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century English Black Lacquered Chiffonier with Chinoiserie Decoration
40″ W X 16″ D X 64″ Overall Height X 36″ Serving Height
Category
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Early Victorian Ebonised Inlay Pier Cabinet Glazed Bookcase Velvet Lined
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A well proportioned Victorian peer cabinet, ebonised with fruitwood inlay and standing on four turned bobbin feet.
Two opening glazed doors, retaining its original lock and key, ope...
Category
Mid-19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Bookcases
Materials
Fruitwood, Mahogany
Narrow Painted French Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th century French painted pine bookcase with adjustable shelves. 1890.
Shelf depth is 11" (28cm)
Code: 8690
Dimensions:
W: 37" (94 cm)
H: 84" (213.4 cm)
D: 16" (40.6 cm)
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Materials
Pine
19th Century English George III Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a very good quality burr walnut dome top bureau bookcase. The top of the bookcase has three finials with two glazed doors below. The doors open to reveal a superbly fitte...
Category
Early 19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Fine Chinese Scholars' Display Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant display cabinet from the late 19th century exemplifies the perfection of line and proportion that makes classical Chinese furniture so timeless. The tall cabinet has a r...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookcases
Materials
Elm
Early 19th Century English Country House Gothic Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning early 19th century English oak country house gothic bookcase with wonderful colour, creates a real statement piece. 1810.
Shelf depth on the wings: 7.5in (19.5cm)
Shelf de...
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Materials
Oak, Glass
Victorian mahogany open bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5554 Victorian mahogany open bookcase, having figured mahogany top with moulded edge, above three height adjustable shelves with reeded fronts, flanked by reeded columns with flora...
Category
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
An English rosewood revolving bookcase, C. 1890.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This wonderfully warm piece will be a perfect home for your cherished volumes in your library or study. Having brass spindles and an inlaid top, it will be a practical and decorative...
Category
Late 19th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
19th Century French Pinewood Rustic Cupboard with Original Iron Fittings
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century French pinewood rustic cupboard with original iron fittings.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Materials
Iron
French Louis Philippe Glazed Bookcase/ Vitrine in Rosewood with Drawers, c. 1845
Located in Miami, FL
This cabinet displays an exceptional level of craftsmanship. Made of exotic & rare rosewood, this fine & tall Louis Philippe bookcase or china cupboard has a carved pediment top with glazed door panels on the top cabinet for displaying...
Category
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Large Antique French Renaissance Bookcase Cabinet 19th Century Barley Twist Oak
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
One of the most amazing pieces to ever leave our workshop! This French 19th century antique Renaissance Revival bookcase made out of solid European Oak.
We are proud to offer this piece. The bookcase has 8 amazing hand carved lion heads (around the size of your hand) holding brass rings.
And also 8 massive barley twist columns that give the bookcase a real luxurious & impressive look/feeling.
The front , sides , back & shelves (entire bookcase) fully made out of solid European Oak.
All details: Lions , barley twist , decorations have been hand-carved by a master carver , the quality and attention to detail are just exquisite !
When you stand before this cabinet and look up to it , it just grabs your attention and impresses you time and time again.
We hope our video can provide you with an accurate feeling of its scale & size.
Fully treated with antique wax & re-polished. all 9 original locks have been restored and are in perfect working order.
All 8 lion rings have been re-polished by hand and look stunning.
The cabinet has all its original 19th century antique glass windows...
Category
1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th Century Walnut Bookcases
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A pair of late 19th century French walnut bookcases. 2 glazed doors above a drawer and 2-panel doors with ebonized detail.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Materials
Walnut, Wood
Swedish 1850s Gray Painted Bookcase with Open Shelves and Two Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish wooden bookcase from circa 1850 with gray painted finish, carved dentil molding, open shelves, two drawers and bracket feet. This Swedish wooden bookcase from around 1850 s...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Glazed antique mahogany bookcase with crenelated cornice, by James Winter & Sons
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
Glazed bookcase with crenelated cornice, by James Winter & Sons
A mahogany bookcase of architectural form. A pair of glazed cupboards with 4 adjustable shelves, all ebonised to the...
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Antique French Charles X Burr Maple and Ormolu Bookcase 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique French Charles X burr maple bookcase with fabulous ormolu mounts, circa 1820 in date.
It has been crafted from the finest burr maple and is decorated with finely cast ormolu mounts typical of the Empire style.
It features a pair of astragal glazed doors enclosing two adjustable shelves, above a further pair of panelled doors enclosing an adjustable shelf, flanked by maple columns with finely detailed ormolu Corinthian Capitals.
The cabinet is raised on decorative shaped block feet.
This opulent bookcase will be the focal point of any room and will blend very well with contemporary interiors.
Complete with the original working locks and keys.
Condition:
In excellent condition having been cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 184 x width 130 x depth 54
Dimensions in inches:
Height 72.4 x width 51.2 x depth 21.3
Charles X
Charles Philippe; 9 October 1757 – 6 November 1836, was known for most of his life as the Count of Artois before he reigned as King of France from 16 September 1824 until 2 August 1830. An uncle of the uncrowned King Louis XVII, and younger brother to reigning Kings Louis XVI and Louis XVIII, he supported the latter in exile and eventually succeeded him. His rule of almost six years ended in the July Revolution of 1830, which resulted in his abdication and the election of Louis Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as King of the French. Exiled once again, Charles died...
Category
1820s French Charles X Antique Bookcases
Materials
Ormolu
Victorian Three Door Bookcase, 19th Century
Located in Southall, GB
A 19th century Victorian mahogany three door bookcase.
The glazed top has a pair of doors that open to four adjustable shelves, (only three are ...
Category
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English Oak Secretary ~ Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century English Oak Secretary ~ Bookcase was designed for a very efficient floor plan, indeed! Hand-crafted from solid oak with 16 glass pa...
Category
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Bookcase Cabinet Made of Pine
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A 19th Century French bookcase in Renaissance style, made of solid pine.
Consists of an upper and a lower part with a total of 4 doors.
Facade-like front. Pilaster strips with flut...
Category
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Materials
Fir, Pine
Fine Victorian Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn3533 Fine and elegant Victorian bookcase in mahogany with moulded cornice above a pair of glazed doors enclosing 3 height adjustable shelves, projecting base with 2 cushion shaped ...
Category
1870s English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Directoire Painted Bookcase, circa 1800
Located in Doylestown, PA
A wonderful and rare French Directoire Period bookcase cabinet in 2-parts, circa 1800, hand-scraped to its original grey painted finish, and retaining its original wavy glass panes. ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Directoire Antique Bookcases
Materials
Wood
CARVED CiRCA 1880 ANTIQUE VICTORIAN ENGLISH OAK REVOLVING BOOKCASE BOOK TABLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very well made, fully restored English oak circa 1880 revolving bookcase table with lovely carved panel...
Category
1880s English High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Materials
Oak
19th century mahogany open bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany open bookcase, the large rectangular top with raised gallery back. Above two bays of adjustable shelves divided by column. All raised on plinth base.
Dimensions
Height 51 In...
Category
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Bookcase with Open Shelves and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing dynasty elmwood bookcase from the 19th century, with three open shelves and four drawers. Born in China during the Qing dynasty period, this elm bookcase features thre...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookcases
Materials
Elm
Pair of Bookcase Cabinets, circa 1860, France
Located in Girona, Spain
Pair of bookcase cabinets.
Made with walnut.
Very decorative piece with elephants carved in the wood.
Three shelves made with glass.
Very...
Category
Late 19th Century French Greek Revival Antique Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Bookcase In Grey Lacquered Wood
Located in BARSAC, FR
Bookcase in gray lacquered wood and white interior opening two doors with beveled glass, two drawers on the bottom including a secret on the plinth. Four shelves adjustable in height...
Category
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Large walnut dwarf open bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut open bookcase, the large impressive rectangular breakfront top. Above three bays of adjustable shelves divided by scrolling capped columns. All raised on a plinth base.
Dimens...
Category
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
19th century Mahogany library breakfront bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany library breakfront bookcase. The stepped and moulded cornice above the four upper glazed doors, opening to reveal an adjustable shelved interior.To the base section having f...
Category
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Large 19thC English Ebonised Pine Glazed Dresser / Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890
Large 19thC English Ebonised Pine Glazed Dresser / Bookcase
sku 1632
Base W154 x D48 x H91 cm
Top W157 x D31 x H105 cm
Together W157 x D48 x H196 cm
Category
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Oliviere Italian Venetian Carved Painted Wood Bibliotech / Bookcase
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian (modern) 3-tiered narrow rust painted etagere featuring an open back, molded beveled top, parcel gilt highlighting and having an additional removable top shelf, stan...
Category
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Bookcases
Materials
Giltwood
19th Century French Rosewood three doors bookcase
Located in GUÉCÉLARD, FR
A Louis-Philippe bookcase in rosewood, the upper part is glazed with shelves, adjustable on racks, the bottoms of the furniture are in oak. This antique piece of furniture dates from...
Category
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Exceptional Napoleon III Mahogany and Bronze Bookcase, Circa 1850
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Exceptional French Napoleon III mahogany bookcase with ormolu trim and hardware, circa 1850. Made by hand to the highest level of craftsmanship – For those of you who appreciate fine...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Materials
Bronze
Italian Antique 19th Century Bookcase in Solid Larch Wax Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Original Italian late 19th century neoclassic bookcase in solid larch restored and wax polished.
Measures cm: H 180 x W 109 x D 53.
Category
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Materials
Pine
19th Century Walnut Open Bookcase - England
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant 19th century English walnut open bookcase
Beautiful quality bookcase with a walnut with beautiful flames. It is rare to find them in walnut.
Well proportioned and simple lin...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Art Nouveau Period Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Art Nouveau Period Bookcase shows an intriguing touch of flair that foretells the more enthusiastic stylings yet to come. The interesting roundel on each cabinet...
Category
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Materials
Bronze
Liberty & Co. an Arts & Crafts Oak Glazed Bookcase with Stylized Heart Details
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co. A quality Arts & Crafts oak glazed bookcase with stylized heart details and stylized copper handles, flanked by side shelves with twin architectural supports united to ...
Category
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
Austrian Biedermeier Walnut Ebonized Bookcase
Located in Queens, NY
Austrian Biedermeier (Circa 1825) walnut veneer and ebonized trimmed bookcase with demilune 3 drawer commode base and upper section with 2 doors and 4 small drawers.
Category
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
English 19thC Pine Glazed Housekeepers Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1870
English 19thC Pine Glazed Housekeepers Cabinet
sku 1996
Together W119 x D52 x H229 cm
Base W112 x D52 x H92 cm
Base internal shelf depth 45 cm
Top W119 x D39 x H137 cm
Top...
Category
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Herter Brothers Style Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful antique Eastlake Victorian bookcase cabinet
In the manner of Herter Brothers
USA, Circa 1880s
Carved walnut, with burl wood panel on drawer, glass front doors, and ori...
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Materials
Brass
19th century Empire Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very nice directoire/empire mahogany bookcase from around 1800 or early 19th century. The craftsmanship and quality of this piece is high and above what you normally see. It's maho...
Category
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage and Antique Bookcases for Sale: Shop Art Deco Bookcases, Globe Wernicke Bookcases and Barrister Bookcases on 1stDibs
Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.
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 decorative objects or collectibles, 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 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. 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.
Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.
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