Bookcases
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s French Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s Danish Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 2000s American Shaker Bookcases
Steel
Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 2000s North American Mission Bookcases
Cherry
Early 1900s Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Cherry
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s French Antique Bookcases
Hardwood
Early 2000s American Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 2000s Philippine Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s British Other Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Copper
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 1900s Norwegian Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Oak, Walnut
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Satinwood
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s Regency Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s British Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Brass, Lead
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Resin
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Marble
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Resin
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 2000s Italian Bookcases
Laminate, Hickory
Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s American Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Oak, Satinwood, Walnut
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Bookcases
Plastic, Plexiglass
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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