Bookcases
1880s English Sheraton Antique Bookcases
Satinwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1790s English George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Other
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary North American Bohemian Bookcases
Wicker
Late 19th Century Eastlake Antique Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Naugahyde, Walnut, Plywood, Paint
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany
1850s French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Crystal
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1840s Dutch Rococo Revival Antique Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Bookcases
Iron
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
1810s Italian Folk Art Antique Bookcases
Fir
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Copper
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Campaign Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century American American Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Copper
2010s Industrial Bookcases
Steel, Iron
18th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Mirror, Satinwood, Walnut
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century American American Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
2010s American Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Plywood
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century European High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Glass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Italian Bookcases
Metal
1950s Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rattan, 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.
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