Bookcases
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Wood
1960s American Louis XV Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Wood
1960s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Bookcases
Elm
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Bookcases
Rattan
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Wood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Oak
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut, Lacquer
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century Swedish Antique Bookcases
Pine
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Marble
Early 18th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Satinwood
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Birch
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Bookcases
Yew, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
1960s Danish Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Wood
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Oak
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Pine
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Cherry
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1890s Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
1860s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
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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