Bookcases
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1960s Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
1880s British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1980s German Brutalist Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1890s British Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1830s English William IV Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Oak
Late 20th Century Country Bookcases
Pine, Paint
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Enamel
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Bookcases
Rattan
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Bookcases
Oak
1990s Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Pine
1980s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Leather, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s French Baroque Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1880s French Antique Bookcases
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Leather, Wood
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Bookcases
Rattan, Wood
19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Bookcases
Alabaster
1920s English Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Paper
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Nutwood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany, Plywood, Lacquer
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Steel
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Other
19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Marble
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
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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