Bookcases
Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century French Neoclassical Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
Late 19th Century American Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
1930s American Neoclassical Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
1950s English Neoclassical Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century American Classical Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Satinwood, Paint
20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century American American Classical Bookcases
Wood
1880s French Empire Antique Bookcases
Wood
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Poplar
Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Walnut
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Bookcases
Wood, Cherry
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s American Classical Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Belgian Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1980s Empire Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Pine
1870s French Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Brass
20th Century American American Classical Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
19th Century European Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Wood
19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s American Neoclassical Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Cherry, Giltwood
1890s Swiss Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Bookcases
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Walnut
20th Century Neoclassical Bookcases
Wood
Early 1800s German Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s French Empire Antique Bookcases
Brass
Late 18th Century British Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Bookcases
Pine
2010s French Neoclassical Bookcases
Wood, Oak, Cherry
19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Bookcases
Wood
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.