Bookcases
Early 2000s American Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1990s French Modern Bookcases
Laminate
1970s French Bauhaus Vintage Bookcases
Plywood
2010s German Modern Bookcases
Steel
2010s Mexican Modern Bookcases
Wood, Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Bookcases
Oak
1970s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
2010s Brazilian Bookcases
Teak
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
2010s Swedish Minimalist Bookcases
Ash
2010s Chinese Minimalist Bookcases
Oak, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Bookcases
Wood, Birch
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Bookcases
Clay, Hardwood
1970s Vintage Bookcases
Metal
2010s Vietnamese George III Bookcases
Mahogany, Giltwood
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1990s Modern Bookcases
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
1980s European Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Walnut, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Leather, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Campaign Bookcases
Wood
2010s English Bookcases
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
2010s North American Organic Modern Bookcases
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Glass
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
2010s Mexican Bookcases
Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Bookcases
Rattan, Glass
1970s American Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1970s Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Wood
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1980s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Iron
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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