Bookcases
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
2010s German Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Bookcases
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Marble
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
2010s Swedish Minimalist Bookcases
Ash
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Canvas
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Elm, Pine, Teak, Oak, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s Brazilian Bookcases
Teak
2010s Italian Brutalist Bookcases
Concrete, Cement
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Bookcases
Steel
2010s Chinese Minimalist Bookcases
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Stainless Steel, Brass
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Bookcases
Oak
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Wood, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
19th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Teak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Bookcases
Mahogany, Walnut
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Cement
1990s Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1870s American American Craftsman Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Cane, Wicker, Bamboo, Wood, Rattan
1960s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1920s Chippendale Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Beech, Plywood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
Late 20th Century Gothic Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Bookcases
Wood
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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