Glass Front Bookcase
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1910s Scottish Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Antique 1860s Scottish Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary English Secretaires
Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Baroque Revival Bookcases
Oak, Glass
Early 20th Century Scottish Bookcases
Oak
20th Century American Bookcases
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century Italian Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
Antique Early 1900s Canadian Desks
Oak
20th Century French Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
Early 20th Century Danish Bookcases
Wood, Glass
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century American Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s French Bookcases
Bronze
Vintage 1910s American Desks
Oak
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century American Schoolhouse Cupboards
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Steel
Antique Early 1900s Scottish Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century British William IV Secretaires
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Furniture
Wood, Glass
Vintage 1930s French Desks
Walnut, Bubinga, Glass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1930s Scottish Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Bronze
Vintage 1960s American Industrial Bookcases
Steel
Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Bookcases
Iron
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Cabinets
Burl, Glass, Pine
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Steel
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets
Glass, Wood
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A bookcase with glass doors is also called a barrister bookcase. Designed in a cabinet style, these bookcases’ glass doors protect books and collectibles from gathering dust and allow guests to peruse your treasured volumes. The name “barrister” owes to the legal profession — barristers are experts in case law in England and traditionally required numerous law books for reference purposes to travel from chamber to chamber, and the sturdy and portable cabinets that were used to do so earned this nickname. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary bookcases from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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