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Walnut
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Wood, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century English Bookcases
Wood, Paint
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Glass, Walnut
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Oak, Rattan
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Glass, Mahogany
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Pine
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Birch
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Antique Late 19th Century English Bookcases
Pine
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Glass, Wood
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Metal
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Brass
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Glass, Mahogany
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
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Metal
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Glass, Walnut
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Glass
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Brass
Late 20th Century Spanish Bookcases
Wood
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Metal
Antique 1830s English William IV Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Country Cupboards
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century American Classical Cabinets
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Bookcases
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century American Eastlake Bookcases
Walnut, Glass, Burl
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Pine
Antique 1870s Italian Neoclassical Revival Bookcases
Vintage 1980s Danish Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Regency Bookcases
Rosewood, Glass
20th Century American Bookcases
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 1890s English Bookcases
Oak, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century American Bookcases
Wood
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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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