19th Century Library Bookcases
Antique 1870s French Renaissance Revival Architectural Elements
Oak
Antique 1830s French Louis XVI Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Country Bookcases
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Bookcases
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Bookcases
Paint
Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century French Bookcases
Glass, Ebony, Oak, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Scottish Bookcases
Oak, Pine
Antique Early 19th Century British Bookcases
Glass
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Bookcases
Metal, Wire
Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Italian Bookcases
Pine
Antique 19th Century English Regency Bookcases
Wood
Antique 19th Century British Bookcases
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century German Bookcases
Oak, Pine
Antique Late 19th Century British Bookcases
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Bookcases
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Campaign Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Brass, Iron
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century British Bookcases
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
Antique 1880s French Bookcases
Hardwood
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Bookcases
Bamboo
Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Bookcases
Satinwood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Marble
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century Sheraton Bookcases
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 1830s Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century English Edwardian Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Country Bookcases
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Rosewood
Antique Early 1900s Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 1830s Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Sheraton Bookcases
Satinwood, Walnut, Yew
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century French Directoire Bookcases
Oak, Walnut
Antique 19th Century British William IV Bookcases
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bookcases
Bronze
Antique 1820s English Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century Spanish Other Bookcases
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Gothic Revival Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Wood
Antique 19th Century British Late Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
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Finding the Right bookcases for You
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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