Bookcases
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass, Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
20th Century Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century Danish Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century British Bookcases
Yew
Late 19th Century French Country Antique Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Bookcases
Carrara Marble, Brass
Late 19th Century Hungarian Gustavian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Lacquer, Parchment Paper
Late 20th Century American George III Bookcases
Wood
1960s Swedish Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Oak
1980s American Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Rosewood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Bauhaus Bookcases
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
2010s American Neoclassical Bookcases
Wood, Paint
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
20th Century Organic Modern Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Plywood
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Bookcases
Mirror, Pine
2010s Polish Post-Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Metal, Wire
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Marble, Metal
2010s Italian Minimalist Bookcases
Glass
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Glass
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1990s American Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Bookcases
Bentwood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese George III Bookcases
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Marble, Brass
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Travertine, Brass
1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Bookcases
Carrara Marble, Brass
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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