Bookcases
Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
1920s Chippendale Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Beech, Plywood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
Early 1900s Indian Antique Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
Late 20th Century Gothic Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Bookcases
Iron, Wire
20th Century Bookcases
Wood
1880s British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Ash, Pine
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1980s German Brutalist Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century Country Bookcases
Pine, Paint
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Brass
1830s English William IV Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Walnut
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Metal
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Enamel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Bronze
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass, Wood
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Bookcases
Rosewood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Late 20th Century Industrial Bookcases
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s French Baroque Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1990s Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Leather, Wood
19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Pine
Vintage, New and Antique Bookcases
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 objects, 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 antique 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. Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, a bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover. 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.
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