Bookcases
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Marble
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1920s American Louis XV Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1870s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
1980s Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak, Lacquer
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Early 1900s English Mission Antique Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Leather
Early 20th Century American American Empire Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1880s Antique Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel
1880s American Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Blown Glass, Oak
19th Century Dutch Antique Bookcases
Wood
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1890s Regency Antique Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Pine, Paint
1960s Swedish Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1990s Belgian Bookcases
Aluminum
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
19th Century Classical Roman Antique Bookcases
Iron
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
20th Century Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Bookcases
Wood
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Wood
18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Bookcases
Pine
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Birch
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Oak
20th Century English Chippendale Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
1950s Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s Japanese Vintage Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
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.
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