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Bookcases For Sale
Fabio Novembre Driade "Venus" Bookcase in Natural Oak, Designed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The "Venus" bookcase designed by Fabio Novembre and manufactured by Driade. The structure is made of oak veneer while the statue consists of marble powder mixed with resin. Novembre draws his inspiration from the wooden crates used...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

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Marble

DANISH Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD BOOKCASE, c. 1960 s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Simple + Classic Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD bookcase, c. 1960's. This stunning piece features three wide and long shelving areas and all shelves are removable and adjustable. Gorge...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Rosewood

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Burl Wood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, 1920s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style breakfront bookcase cabinet or dining cabinet By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Gorgeous book-matched exotic burled acacia wood, with mu...
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1920s American Louis XV Vintage Bookcases

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Brass

Victorian Oak Breakfront Bookcase Carved Miskin Manor 1870 Library
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous monumental carved Victorian library bookcase of breakfront form The bookcase is circa 1870 and was sourced from Miskin Manor - a Stately home in South Wale...
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1870s Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Oak

Pair Mahogany Open Front Bookcase - Regency Sheraton Bookcase
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are looking at a pair of English Sheraton style openfront bookcases hand crafted from the finest mahogany. This lovely pair are the perfect mix of decorative beauty and practical...
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1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases

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Mahogany

Henredon Neoclassical or French Empire Cherry and Burl Wood Breakfront Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical, French Empire, or Regency style lighted breakfront bookcase cabinet or dining cabinet By Henredon USA, Late 20th Century Carved cherry and burl wood, with...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases

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Brass

Mahogany Two Door Narrow Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany bookcase of narrow proportions. The molded cornice above a pair of glazed doors with decorative scrolling glazing bars enclosing adjustable shelved interior. To the base fit...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases

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Wood

Mahogany Two Door Narrow Bookcase
Mahogany Two Door Narrow Bookcase
$3,250 Sale Price
20% Off
Sheraton Revolving Bookcase Mahogany Revival
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Here we have a rather unusual revolving bookcase in the Sheraton style Featuring pierced and fret work panels. Will ship to anywhere in the world - including US - so please get in to...
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1980s Vintage Bookcases

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Wood

Ilmari Tapiovaara Bookcase Produced by Asko in Finland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare and large freestanding bookcase designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by Asko in Finland.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Teak, Lacquer

Bookends Made In Rosewood From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
These bookends, crafted from rosewood and metal and dating from around the 1960s, exemplify the elegant and functional design characteristic of mid-century modern aesthetics. The com...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Rosewood

Antique English Tall Stepback Oak Wood Barrister Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Detroit, MI
This tall antique English mission style five-stack wooden lawyer or barrister bookcase cabinet is from the early 1900s. Expertly handcrafted from rift sawn white oak wood, this tall,...
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Early 1900s English Mission Antique Bookcases

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Brass

Original Paul McCobb Bookcase/Etagere and Bench Set from the Planner Group
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Mid Century two piece shelving system by Paul McCobb and part of the “Planner Group” manufactured by Winchendon in the 1950s. Original maple wood shelves and black wrought i...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Iron

Bookcase and bar, 1960, italian , Material: Wood and (parchment leather)
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bookcase Year: 1960 Country: French Wood and parchment leather It is an elegant and sophisticated bookcase. You want to live in the golden years, this is the bookcase that your pro...
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Bookcases

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Wood, Leather

R. J. Horner Style American Empire Carved Oak Glass Front Triple Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique American Empire or late Victorian triple bookcase In the manner of R.J. Horner USA, Circa 1900 Beautiful carved oak, with glass front doors. Cabinet locks, and ...
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Early 20th Century American American Empire Bookcases

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Glass, Oak

Gothic Bookcase
Located in London, England
Two door gothic style bookcase in oak with arched glazed upper doors. Circa 1880. H 267cm (H of Base 86) x W 162cm x D 61cm (D of top 35cm)
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1880s Antique Bookcases

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Oak

Vintage 1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller
Located in LYON, FR
1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller Rare 1220 model bookcase by George Nelson for Herman Miller from the Action Office series. These shelves are modular, wi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Victorian Eastlake Mahogany 2 Door Over 2 Drawer Bookcase with Original Shelves
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic Eastlake Victorian Mahogany 2 door 2 drawer bookcase, all original and in excellent antique condition with minimal wear to the finish. Some minor wear but nothing of note. Glass door knobs...
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1880s American Late Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Brass

Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Brass and Glass Diamond Etagere
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman style mid century brass and glass diamond étagère Etagere measures: 52 wide x 12 deep x 64.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Carved Bookcase
Located in High Point, NC
19th century oak hand-carved bookcase from France. The top is banded and has a beveled and hand carved edge, following down to paneled sides and a sin...
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19th Century French Antique Bookcases

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Blown Glass, Oak

19th Century Dutch revolving bookcase, 1880
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century Dutch revolving bookcase, 1880 A very large Dutch mahogany wooden revolving bookcase. The bookcase has open compartments to put the books in. Some bars of the bookcase ...
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19th Century Dutch Antique Bookcases

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Wood

Quality Mid 19th Century Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A superb quality mid 19th-century, William IV, early Victorian period four-door breakfront mahogany library bookcase. It features a moulded cornice above four original glazed doors e...
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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

English Faux Bamboo Pine Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Essex, MA
I two parts with molded rectangular cornice over three shelves with bead board back painted in a pale green. The shelves and surrounding frame with carved faux bamboo design.. The co...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Brass

English Walnut Breakfront Bookcase Sheraton Regency
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stunning English Regency style breakfront bookcase with Sheraton inlay Stands in at nearly seven feet tall so an impressive piece Classic pediment top with hand carved details Intric...
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1890s Regency Antique Bookcases

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Wood

George III Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Fine George III Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase Item Code: S27-1094 A handsome late 18th-century George III mahogany secretaire bookcase of elegant proportions, retaining its original a...
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19th Century English Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

A Large Scale 19th Century French Painted Glazed Bibliothèque Cabinet - Bookcase
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
An exceptional large scale early 19th century French glazed Bibliothèque cabinet. Demonstrating original paint, which has worn wonderfully over the years creating a lovely warm patin...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Bookcases

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Pine, Paint

Vintage bookcase teak cabinet 1960s
Located in Lemmer, NL
Vintage bookcase teak cabinet 1960s period 1960s design unknown Sweden condition good minor signs of wear size 200 x 90.5 x 24 cm (h x w x d) details teak; shelves are ad...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Bookcases

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Teak

Maarten Van Severen Bookcase model CK94 for MVS Studio
Located in Zwevegem, VWV
Rare CK94 bookcase by Maarten Van Severen, an original MVS studio edition. Made of aluminum and matte plexiglass. Extremely rare and museum-worthy. The CK94 bookcase , designed and ...
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1990s Belgian Bookcases

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Aluminum

Penhurst Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Annville, PA
This very popular Penhurst Mahogany Bookcase from Niagara Furniture has a lot of great features. It’s overall breakfront shape separates it from other flat fronted bookcases, the fig...
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2010s Chippendale Bookcases

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Mahogany

Mogens Koch Bookcases in Oak for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pair of bookcases with plinths in oak. Executed by Rud Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Oak

A Georgian burr walnut bureau bookcase
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A charming, early Georgian burr walnut bureau bookcase with original glazed panel doors over a fall front with fitted interior, above two short and two long drawers on original ogee ...
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Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases

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Walnut

19thC French Bamboo Lacquer Side Table
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1870 19thC French Bamboo & Lacquer Side Table sku 1924 W63 x D41 x H70 cm Weight 8 kg
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19th Century Antique Bookcases

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Bamboo

Large Antique Wooden English Book Carousel with Cast Iron Base
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A fantastic addition for every book and interior enthusiast! This large and luxurious antique English book carousel features a cast iron base and is moun...
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19th Century Classical Roman Antique Bookcases

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Iron

18th Century George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase Item Code: S26-1 Circa 1820 A magnificent 19th century mahogany secretaire breakfront bookcase of impressive scale and elegant pr...
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19th Century English Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

Michael Coffey, "Jacob s Ladder, " Modular Bookscase, United States, 1973
Located in New York, NY
A black walnut etagere with four adjustable shelves, finished to a satin sheen. First created in Massachusetts by master craftsman Michael Coffey, and fabricated by the artist in 201...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Bookcases

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Walnut

Teak Standing Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid-century bookcase features warm teak wood veneer and simple design. Two adjustable shelves can be raised or lowered. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Meuble bibliothèque de rangement vintage style scandinave en mélaminé et teck
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Meuble bibliothèque de rangement vintage style scandinave des années 60, en mélaminé esprit teck, jolie poignée en teck, 2 étagères ouvertes en partie haute, 2 portes en partie basse...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Wood

Maitland Smith Mahogany Inlay Banded Bookcase 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
A bookcase by Maitland Smith offers mahogany construction with upper having single glass door opening to shelved interior over lower blind concave door cabinet with inlaid and banded...
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20th Century Bookcases

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Mahogany, Glass

Pair of Mid-Century Cabinets
Located in London, England
Pair of Mid-Century bookcase cabinets produced by Beaver and Tapley in their ‘Multi Width' range. Designed by Robert Heritage. U.K circa 1960. H 101cm x W 84cm x D 28cm Please be in ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Rotating Shelving Unit with Full Body Mirror in Cream Shagreen by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. This rotating library...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Bookcases

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Brass

Walnut bookcase, Italy 1955
Located in Catonvielle, FR
4-post bookcase in oak and walnut, Italy 1955. Only surviving example of a furniture set created for Italy's first apartment hotel in Ventimiglia. Brass slides are embedded in the bl...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Brass

A Good Oak Open Bookcase This is a good quality Oak open book shelf
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Good Oak Open Bookcase This is a good quality Oak open book shelf The Bookcase is in very good condition, sound and handsome, it has 3 adjustable shelves and a low gallery at the...
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases

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Oak

Large Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Annville, PA
An excellent quality Large Mahogany Bookcase produced by Niagara Furniture. The top section features a moulded cornice with hand cut satinwood inlays arranged in a drape pattern. The...
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2010s Chippendale Bookcases

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Mahogany

19th Century French Bleached Oak Display Cabinet Bookcase
Located in Round Top, TX
This large bleached oak bookcase is statuesque in size and is impressive with carved panels, drawers, crown, turned columns and more. At just over 8' tall, the 3 glass door panes add...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases

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Glass, Oak

Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Dublin, IE
A superb Irish Georgian secretaire bookcase, the pierced swan necked cornice above a pair of astragal glazed doors containing adjustable shelves with fitted secretaire drawer flanked...
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Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Bookcases

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Wood

19th Century English Glazed Bamboo Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880 19th century English Glazed Bamboo Cabinet sku 1521 W55 x D41 x H95 cm
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19th Century Antique Bookcases

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Bamboo

Art Nouveau Bookcase 1905 Wiener Werkstätte Period
Located in Rome, IT
Austro-Hungarian Wiener Werkstätte period bookcase , made around 1905, attributed to Koós Károly (Hungarian architect and designer), decorated with hand carved elements, such as bird...
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases

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Wood

Superb 18th century Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Secretary Bookcase
Located in Richmond, VA
Superb 18th century Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Secretary Bookcase. This incredible secretary has highly figured mahogany, an intricate ...
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18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

Victorian Mahogany Circular Leather Bound Bookcase
Located in Essex, MA
Circular tapered with six shelves and false leather book spines. Square plinth base. Great piece for a mans library.
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Leather, Mahogany

Poul Cadovius teak bookcase, 1960 s
Located in LYON, FR
Poul Cadovius Royal System bookcase Modular bookcase from the 1960s in teak by Poul Cadovius Royal System. A classic Danish wall unit. The shelves and cabinets can then be inserted a...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Vintage 1920/30’s open fronted free-standing bookcase
Located in London, GB
A free-standing open fronted vintage bookcase with 4 shelves. The two end supports taper towards the top. Made from dark stained solid pine. Size Width 92cm Depth at base 24cm Dept...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Bookcases

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Pine

Large 19thC English Mahogany Glazed Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880 Large 19thC English Mahogany Glazed Bookcase sku 1606B Base W177 x D41 x H42 cm Top W186 x D45 x H181 cm Together W186 x D45 x H223 cm
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19th Century Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

1940s Intarsa Inlay Bookcase in Elm
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1940s Materials: Elm Measurements: 70.75″ wide x 12.25″ deep x 45″ tall
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Elm

French Riviera Étagère or Console Table in Bamboo and Rattan, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning French Riviera style etagere or console table entirely made of bamboo, rattan and hand-woven wicker. This incredibly stylish and unique piece was designed by Vivai del Sud ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Mid-Century Modern Corner Bookcase, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare Mid-Century Modern solid birch corner bookcase By Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball USA, 1950s Measures: 45.5"W x 35.5"D x 30"H. Very good original vintage condition.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Birch

Antique Schram Bros. Globe Wernicke School Arts Crafts Oak Bookcase c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Schram Bros. Globe Wernicke School Arts & Crafts Oak Bookcase c1920 Measures - overall 48 1/4...
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Early 20th Century Bookcases

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Oak

Rare Princess Diana s Althorp Estate Living History Collection Library Bookcase
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare, now discontinued, Thomas Chippendale Library bookcase which is an exact authorised copy of one from Princess’s Diana’s family home, the Althorp Estate, it was part of the Living History collection, made by Theodore Alexander and retailed through Brights of Nettlebed and has touch activated top lights The Althorp estate is widely considered one of, if not the finest English country home left standing. You can see clips of the tours online, the place is an absolute marvel of English history. The estate is owned, and has been by the Spencer family’s for over 500 years, I’ll include the history below. The estate is currently in the stewardship of the Earl of Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother The bookcase itself is very fine, in flamed mahogany and has glass shelves and top spot lights which are activated by touching any one of the three right door hinges, each light has three dimness settings. The piece is fully stamped for Theodore Alexander the maker on the locks, Brights of Nettlebed for the retailer and the right drawer has what looks to be pewter, Althorp family crest inside. This bookcase breaks down into five easy to transport pieces, you have the base which is one unit, the three top bookcase sections are all separate and the top cornice is also one removable piece Condition wise this piece is exquisite, there is very little in terms of wear or use, it has been cherished since new and is a very fine piece indeed Dimensions Height:- 233cm, the brass urns on the very top can be unscrewed if ceiling height is an issue, they are 11cm tall each Width:- 167cm Depth:- 50.5cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point Althorp history Althorp (popularly pronounced /'??l???rp/ AWL-thorp) is a Grade I listed stately home and estate in the civil parish of Althorp, in West Northamptonshire, England of about 13,000 acres (5,300 ha). By road it is about 6 miles (9.7 km) northwest of the county town of Northampton and about 75 miles (121 km) northwest of central London, situated between the villages of Great Brington and Harlestone. It has been held by the prominent aristocratic Spencer family for more than 500 years, and has been owned by Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer since 1992. It was also the home of Lady Diana Spencer (later Princess of Wales) from her parents' divorce until her marriage to Charles, Prince of Wales. Althorp is mentioned as a small hamlet in the Domesday Book as "Olletorp", and by 1377 it had become a village with a population of more than fifty people. By 1505 there were no longer any tenants living there, and in 1508, John Spencer purchased Althorp estate with the funds generated from his family's sheep-rearing business. Althorp became one of the prominent stately homes in England. The palace dates to 1688, replacing an earlier house that was once visited by Charles I. The Spencer family amassed an extensive art collection and other valuable household items. During the 18th century, the house became a major cultural hub in England, and parties were regularly held, attracting many prominent members of Great Britain's ruling class. George John, 2nd Earl Spencer, who owned Althorp between 1783 and his death in 1834, developed one of the largest private libraries in Europe at the palace, which grew to over 100,000 books by the 1830s. After falling on hard times, John Spencer, 5th Earl Spencer, known as the Red Earl, in 1892 sold much of the collection to Enriqueta Rylands, who was building the University of Manchester Library. Many of Althorp's furnishings were sold off during the twentieth century, and between 1975 and 1992 alone approximately 20% of the contents were auctioned. The house at Althorp was a "classically beautiful" red brick Tudor building, but its appearance was radically altered, starting in 1788, when the architect Henry Holland was commissioned to make extensive changes. Mathematical tiles were added to the exterior, encasing the brick, and four Corinthian pilasters were added to the front. The grand hall entrance to the house, Wootton Hall, was cited by Sir Nikolaus Pevsner as "the noblest Georgian room in the county". The Great Dining Room in the east wing extension of the house was added in 1877 to designs by John Macvicar Anderson, its walls hung with faded, red damask silk. Numerous fireplaces and furnishings were brought to Althorp from Spencer House in London during the Blitz for safekeeping and still remain. The Picture Gallery stretches for 115 feet (35 m) on the first floor of the west wing, and is one of the best remaining examples of the original Tudor oak woodwork and ambiance in the mansion. It has an extensive collection of portraits, including Anthony van Dyck's War and Peace, a John de Critz...
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20th Century English Chippendale Bookcases

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Glass, Hardwood

Folding Room Divider / Book Shelf by Evans Clark for Glenn of California
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare folding room divider / bookshelf with sliding panels. Designed by Evans Clark for Glenn of California.
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1950s Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

John Stuart Georgian Burl Wood Drop Front Secretary Desk with Bookcase Hutch
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Queen Anne style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top By John Stuart USA, circa 1960s Gorgeous burled walnut, with leather wr...
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1960s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Big Modular Bookshelf for Cassina, 1971
Located in Roma, IT
Rare modular bookshelf realized by Afra Tobia Scarpa for Cassina in 1971. Exceptional, Large-Scale, Fully Configurable Composition. This extraordinary and exceptionally rare ...
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1970s Japanese Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Spino Stand Alone Bookshelf / Coat Hanger in Hand Treated Iron by Mario Milana
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The structure of the Spino is created from a laser-cut bent iron sheet. The iron itself is hand treated with a special oxidized finish, and is available in matte or glossy finish. Wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

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.