Bookcases
Late 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Wood, Teak
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Textile, Paper, Pine, Walnut, Wood
Late 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
Early 18th Century French Régence Antique Bookcases
Wood
1910s American Renaissance Revival Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Bookcases
Concrete
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
20th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Walnut
20th Century Italian Bookcases
Wood
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Bookcases
Oak
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Other
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Bookcases
Steel
1970s American Vintage Bookcases
Rattan, Glass
1960s Spanish Brutalist Vintage Bookcases
Pine
Late 19th Century Dutch Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak, Glass
1820s English Antique Bookcases
Brass
20th Century English Adam Style Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
2010s German Minimalist Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Brass, Stainless Steel, Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak, Beech
Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Wood
20th Century Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Oak
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Glass
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Marble, Bronze
1920s English George III Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany, Oak
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Turkish Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
19th Century French Other Antique Bookcases
Stained Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century European Modern Bookcases
Metal
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Steel
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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