Bookcases
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
2010s German Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
Late 20th Century American Bookcases
Reed
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Chrome
1970s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Concrete
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Bookcases
Rattan
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Late 20th Century Spanish Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker
19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Brass
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Parchment Paper
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Mesh, Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Bookcases
Concrete
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Campaign Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Steel
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Concrete
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Beech
1970s American Space Age Vintage Bookcases
Plastic, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Paper
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Plastic
1970s German Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century English Bookcases
Rattan, Bamboo
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Sheet Metal
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Regency Bookcases
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Late 20th Century Bookcases
Late 20th Century Bookcases
1980s Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Birdseye Maple
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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