Bookcases
1930s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1930s Italian Neoclassical Revival Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1930s American Mission Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut, Lacquer
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
1930s American Neoclassical Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1930s Polish Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1930s Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Mahogany
1930s Vintage Bookcases
Maple
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Macassar, Lacquer
1930s English Regency Vintage Bookcases
Hardwood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut, Lacquer
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Fruitwood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Glass, Walnut, Lacquer
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Birch
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Macassar
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Lucite, Mahogany, Mirror
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Canvas
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Bronze
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1930s British Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1930s Indian Rustic Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Teak
1930s American International Style Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1930s American Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1780s English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Walnut
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1930s Slovak Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Lacquer, Wood, Walnut
1780s English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Brass
1930s Gothic Revival Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Marble, Chrome
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Glass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Sycamore, Walnut
1930s German Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1780s English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1930s Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Oak
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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