French Bibliotheques
Antique 1870s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak, Walnut
Antique 1870s French Louis XIV Bookcases
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century French Cabinets
Pine, Paint
Antique 1860s French Directoire Bookcases
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Bookcases
Wire
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Wire
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Bookcases
Mesh, Walnut
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
Vintage 1910s French Empire Antiquities
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Rattan
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1960s French Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Walnut
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1960s French Vitrines
Fruitwood
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bookcases
Bronze
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rattan
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Secretaires
Metal, Wrought Iron, Metallic Thread
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Pine
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Bookcases
Brass, Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplaces and Mantels
Carrara Marble
Antique 19th Century French Directoire Bookcases
Metal, Iron
Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XV Prints
Paper
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Enamel, Ormolu
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Floor Lamps
Marble, Ormolu
Vintage 1950s French Provincial Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 18th Century French Bookcases
Wood, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Bookcases
Brass
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Finding the Right Bookcases for You
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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