Georgian Breakfront Bookcase
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s English Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s English Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century East Asian Georgian Bookcases
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century North American Georgian Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century English Georgian Cabinets
Brass
- 1
Georgian Breakfront Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Georgian Breakfront Bookcase?
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.
- What is a breakfront bookcase?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A breakfront bookcase is usually a large wooden bookcase that houses either books or dishes. They’re similar in appearance to hutches in that they have glass-fronted shelving on the top and cabinets on the bottom.