Bookcases
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1860s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Wood
1810s William IV Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century European Bookcases
Yew
1990s French Modern Bookcases
Laminate
18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Bookcases
Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Bookcases
Wood, Oak, Walnut
1970s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany
2010s Brazilian Bookcases
Teak
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Biedermeier Bookcases
Cherry
2010s Chinese Minimalist Bookcases
Oak, Leather
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 2000s American Shaker Bookcases
Steel
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Birch
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Beech
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome, Steel
1990s English Country Bookcases
Wood, Pine
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
1950s French Vintage Bookcases
Wood
19th Century Spanish Other Antique Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Brass
1970s Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1990s Modern Bookcases
Lacquer
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Resin
2010s Italian Classical Roman Bookcases
Concrete
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Classical Roman Bookcases
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Wood, Oak
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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