Bookcases
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
1990s English Country Bookcases
Pine
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s British Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1820s English Regency Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Satinwood
1950s British Sheraton Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Wood
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases
Oak, Porcelain
1970s Italian Other Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Bookcases
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Maple
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s French Bauhaus Vintage Bookcases
Plywood
1990s French Modern Bookcases
Laminate
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Aluminum
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech, Oak
1980s Sheraton Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
Late 20th Century American Campaign Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak, Glass
19th Century English William IV Antique Bookcases
Oak, Pine
Early 2000s Philippine Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 2000s American Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak, Glass
1920s English Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Paper
1920s Belgian Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Late 20th Century Renaissance Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Late 20th Century Philippine Bookcases
Rattan, Glass
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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