Bookcases
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass, Nickel
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1870s French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Brass, Steel
2010s Danish Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
2010s Canadian Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Brass
2010s Danish Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
2010s Danish Post-Modern Bookcases
Metal
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Paper
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Marble
1870s English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
2010s Pakistani Post-Modern Bookcases
Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Marble, Serpentine
1950s Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Danish Modern Bookcases
Metal
1970s American Neoclassical Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Cherry, Giltwood
2010s Italian Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
2010s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Cherry, Oak
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Bookcases
Hardwood
2010s English Modern Bookcases
Oak
20th Century Indian Bookcases
Wood
1950s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut, Wood
2010s Danish Modern Bookcases
Metal
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Oak
2010s English Modern Bookcases
Resin
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Bookcases
Brass
2010s Danish Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
2010s Danish Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century American Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Bronze
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
Early 1800s English George III Antique Bookcases
Other
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Cork, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
2010s Danish Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Leather, Wood
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
2010s Danish Modern Bookcases
Metal
1880s Antique Bookcases
Satinwood
1960s Danish Vintage Bookcases
Palisander
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
2010s Danish Modern Bookcases
Metal
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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