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Victorian Renaissance Carved Oak Bookcase, Circa 1880s
Victorian Renaissance Carved Oak Bookcase, Circa 1880s

Victorian Renaissance Carved Oak Bookcase, Circa 1880s

Located in Germantown, MD

A late victorian Arts and crafts style Carved Oak Bookcase. Adjustable Height shelves. Measuring 36" in width, 13.5" in depth and 48".

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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Vintage George III Revival Bookcase Restall Brown & Clennell 20th Century
Vintage George III Revival Bookcase Restall Brown & Clennell 20th Century

Vintage George III Revival Bookcase Restall Brown & Clennell 20th Century

By Restall Brown & Clennell

Located in London, GB

This is a superb and decorative vintage Georgian revival flame mahogany bookcase purchased at great expense from  Harrods London in the late 20th century. The bookcase features a de...

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Late 20th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870
Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870

Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870

By S.E. & R. Johnson. Warrington

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A handsome and very well crafted English break-front bookcase or bibliotheque in solid mahogany by S.E. & R. Johnson of Warrington, England, circa 1870. Features six doors with glass panels in the upper section over a base with ten drawers on each side, flanking a middle section consisting of three doors with wooden panels. There are two adjustable shelves in each of the three upper sections, with a total of ten interior drawers. Original tear-drop pulls on doors turn to release a lever allowing the doors to be opened with the pulls as well as locked, a most unusual and attractive feature. All of the hardware is original to the bookcase including the locks. Comes with working locks and keys. Measurements: 13' 8 1/2" long x 21 1/2" - 27 1/2" deep x 101" high (8'5" high) All of the drawers are stamped with the cabinetmaker's stamp, "S.E. & R. (Ralph) Johnson, Warrington". This fine bookcase was manufactured prior to 1880 in Warrington in Cheshire, England. While information is scant, it would seem that S. E. would have been Ralph's father's workshop listed at 78 Bridge Street in Warrington, England, circa 1878. Ralph would have likely been an apprentice at that time. He opened his own workshop, presumably when his father retired. By the Edwardian period, Ralph had become a cabinet maker of some renown. Drawer locks are original and stamped "Chance Son & Co. W Chance, Son, & Co" and are listed in the 1850s directories as "Merchants and Factors" in Birmingham, England. They would have been middlemen having various merchandise made for them, primarily for export to North America. The type of locks employed in this bookcase is a lever combination lock. In the cabinet lock trade, lever locks became available circa 1855 and superseded the earlier tumbler and back-spring locks. Some points about the breakfront to note are that it is made entirely out of solid mahogany which is unusual; there are no veneers. Even the drawer sides, backs and bottoms are made of mahogany. The interior wood, i.e., the back and the insides of the cabinet is pine. One of the great features is that the upper door hardware has a dead latch that operates with the tear drop pull. You can lock the doors, but if you don't want to lock them, you can use the tear drop pull to operate the dead latch to open and close by turning it to the right. There are 20 exterior drawers and 8 interior drawers. Lower cabinets each have 1 fixed shelf; upper cabinets have 2 adjustable shelves each. There are enough extra original cast iron shelf...

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1870s English Victorian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Bamboo Shelves
Antique English Bamboo Shelves

Antique English Bamboo Shelves

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1920's English shelving unit made of bamboo and maple. Measurements: Height: 50" Width: 20" Depth: 12"

Category

1920s Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo

R. J. Horner Style Antique Victorian Carved Oak Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1880s
R. J. Horner Style Antique Victorian Carved Oak Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1880s

R. J. Horner Style Antique Victorian Carved Oak Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1880s

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Victorian, Arts & Crafts, or Renaissance Revival bookcase In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co. USA, Circa 1880s Carved oak, with glass front doors. Interior shelv...

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1880s American Victorian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Pair of French Two-Part Pitch Pine Cabinets, C. 1880
Pair of French Two-Part Pitch Pine Cabinets, C. 1880

Pair of French Two-Part Pitch Pine Cabinets, C. 1880

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Constructed of solid pitch pine, this pair of late 19th-century French cabinets are each composed of two sections. The upper sections feature two glazed glass doors, ideal for display, while the lower sections have two blind paneled doors for concealed storage. All doors open to adjustable shelving, providing flexible interior configuration. The warm tone, pronounced grain, and natural patina of the pitch pine enhance their rustic character and antique appeal. Exceptionally versatile, these cabinets are well-suited for use as kitchen cupboards, pantry storage, dining room china cabinets...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Pine

Wylie and Lochhead, in the style of. Arts and Crafts oak bookcase with cupboard
Wylie and Lochhead, in the style of. Arts and Crafts oak bookcase with cupboard

Wylie and Lochhead, in the style of. Arts and Crafts oak bookcase with cupboard

Located in London, GB

Wylie and Lochhead of Glasgow, in the style of. An Arts and Crafts oak open bookcase with a cupboard to the left. The cupboard door is inlaid with fine floral decoration, while the u...

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20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Linear Bookcase in Espresso Walnut by Stamford Modern
Linear Bookcase in Espresso Walnut by Stamford Modern

Linear Bookcase in Espresso Walnut by Stamford Modern

By Stamford Modern

Located in Westport, CT

Linear Bookcase The Linear Bookcase is a sculptural interpretation of mid-century modern shelving, defined by clean architectural lines, balanced proportions, and an emphasis on nega...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

French Henri II Style Oak Bookcase Vitrine Second Part 19th Century
French Henri II Style Oak Bookcase Vitrine Second Part 19th Century

French Henri II Style Oak Bookcase Vitrine Second Part 19th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

French armoire vitrine bookcase of the Napoléon III period (late 19th century) Glass, oak, brass. This elegant display cabinet and bookcase, crafted from solid oak in the second ha...

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Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Large Antique George III Quality Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase 238 x 286 x 62 cm
Large Antique George III Quality Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase 238 x 286 x 62 cm

Large Antique George III Quality Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase 238 x 286 x 62 cm

Located in Suffolk, GB

Large Antique George III quality mahogany breakfront bookcase having a swan neck pediment above a dental moulded cornice above four quality figured mahogany glazed doors. The doors o...

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19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases

Materials

Other

French 19th Century Mahogany Bibliotheque
French 19th Century Mahogany Bibliotheque

French 19th Century Mahogany Bibliotheque

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or other display cabinet, handcrafted from gorgeously figured mahogany and two glass-front doors outlined with delicate inlay ...

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases

Materials

Textile, Glass, Mahogany

Henredon Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Henredon Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet

Henredon Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet

By Henredon

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style lighted breakfront bookcase or dining cabinet By Henredon USA, Circa 1980s Carved banded mahogany, with glass front doors and original bra...

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1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Triple Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Triple Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900

Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Triple Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900

By Charles Limbert

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period triple bookcase cabinet By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1900 Quarter sawn oak, with mullioned glass front doors, and origi...

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Early 1900s American Mission Antique Bookcases

Materials

Copper

Bibliothèque étagère italienne double modulable vintage en teck et métal
Bibliothèque étagère italienne double modulable vintage en teck et métal

Bibliothèque étagère italienne double modulable vintage en teck et métal

Located in BESANÇON, FR

Bibliothèque étagère modulable vintage style scandinave des années 60, en 2 parties, superbe design italien : série Selex de Barovero Torino, en teck et métal noir, 5 étagères ouvert...

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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase
Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase

Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Globe Wernicke four tier glazed sectional / modular / barrister's bookcase 1920s Comes apart in sections for easy transportation. Height 152cm Width 87cm Depth at top and base plin...

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Large 19thC English Oak Glazed Library Bookcase
Large 19thC English Oak Glazed Library Bookcase

Large 19thC English Oak Glazed Library Bookcase

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1890 Large 19thC English Oak Glazed Library Bookcase x4 parts (could be split and used either side of an Alcove/Fireplace) sku 2132 Together W202.5 x D41 x H225 cm Base W198 x ...

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19th Century Antique Bookcases

Materials

Oak

George Nelson per Herman Miller Libreria "CSS", italia 1960s
George Nelson per Herman Miller Libreria "CSS", italia 1960s

George Nelson per Herman Miller Libreria "CSS", italia 1960s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Naples, IT

Libreria modulare del modello CSS disegnata da George Nelson per Herman Miller. Il sistema è un'iconica unità di scaffalatura modulare che incarna la filosofia del design moderno di ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Antique Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet Edwards & Roberts 19th Century
Antique Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet Edwards & Roberts 19th Century

Antique Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet Edwards & Roberts 19th Century

By Edwards & Roberts

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique Sheraton Revival top quality three door breakfront bookcase, masterfully crafted in rich satinwood by the renowned cabinet makers and retailers Edwards & Roberts, Circa 1880 in date. This magnificent bookcase is surmounted with a beautiful swan neck cornice and is mastefully inlaid with scrolling garlands, ribbons, fans and urns. The three astragal glazed doors revealing adjustable shelves, the frieze with three oak lined frieze frieze drawers with hand cut dovetails. Raised on six square tapering legs that terminate in spade feet there is no mistaking its superb quality and very grand design, which is certain to make it a talking point in your home and stand proud in whichever room you choose to display it. Complete with working locks and key. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 225 x Width 149 x Depth 36 Dimensions in inches: Height 7 foot, 5 inches x Width 4 foot, 11 inches x Depth 1 foot, 2 inches Edwards & Roberts The firm Edwards & Roberts was one of the best English antique furniture cabinet makers of the second half of the nineteenth century. The company was founded in 1845 and by 1854 was trading as ‘Edwards & Roberts’, 21 Wardour Street, Antique and Modern Cabinet...

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1880s English Sheraton Antique Bookcases

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Edwardian Flame Mahogany Revolving Bookcase Early 20th Century
Antique Edwardian Flame Mahogany Revolving Bookcase Early 20th Century

Antique Edwardian Flame Mahogany Revolving Bookcase Early 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an exquisite antique Edwardian inlaid flame mahogany revolving bookcase, circa 1900 in date. It revolves on a solid cast iron base, the top has an outer banding with ebony a...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century Dutch Colonial Secretary with Carved Wood and Glass Doors
19th Century Dutch Colonial Secretary with Carved Wood and Glass Doors

19th Century Dutch Colonial Secretary with Carved Wood and Glass Doors

Located in New York, NY

A large secretary in a Dutch Colonial style. Indonesia, late 19th Century. 5 feet wide x 10 feet high (approx). Solid teak wood stained in a deep, rich mahogany red color, with li...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Glass

Antique French Louis XVI Style Bookcase, Painted Pine, Circa 1870-1890
Antique French Louis XVI Style Bookcase, Painted Pine, Circa 1870-1890

Antique French Louis XVI Style Bookcase, Painted Pine, Circa 1870-1890

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A tall, antique French Louis XVI style bookcase made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition. The library cabinet, cupboard is composed with two slightly smoked, paned gl...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases

Materials

Pine, Smoked Glass

Petite Mid Century Modern Solid Wood Bookshelf, Walnut
Petite Mid Century Modern Solid Wood Bookshelf, Walnut

Petite Mid Century Modern Solid Wood Bookshelf, Walnut

Located in Waxahachie, TX

There are two of these in my listings. This is the darker of the two. Elevate your interior with this beautifully crafted mid-century modern bookshelf, a compact yet striking stora...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Globe Wernicke 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1930
Antique Globe Wernicke 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1930

Antique Globe Wernicke 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1930

By Globe Wernicke

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A Globe-Wernicke lawyer's bookcase from circa 1930 exemplifies early 20th-century office furniture design. The modular construction features five interlocking pieces—top, bott...

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Early 20th Century Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Vintage BCS Bookcases in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Vintage BCS Bookcases in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Vintage BCS Bookcases in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

a pair of vintage bookcases (or nightstands) in walnut with slide-out shelves and signature aluminum hairpin legs designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Foil labels affixed to ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920
Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920

Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase with Leaded Glass Section Signed C1920 Measures - 72”h x 34”w x 12”d An antique Globe Wernicke barrister bookca...

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20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Glass Front Bookcase
Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Glass Front Bookcase

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Glass Front Bookcase

By Stickley Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Mission or Arts & Crafts period glass front bookcase or display cabinet In the manner of Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1900 Gorgeous carved oak, with mullioned glass fr...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

A large mid century modern hutch by UP Møbelfabrik, Denmark circa 1965
A large mid century modern hutch by UP Møbelfabrik, Denmark circa 1965

A large mid century modern hutch by UP Møbelfabrik, Denmark circa 1965

Located in View Park, CA

An imposing Danish mid century modern bookshelf / shelving unit / hutch in teak wood UP Møbelfabrik, mid twentieth century. The glorious grain of this wood really shines on this piec...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase by Domino Mobler. Circa 1970s
Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase by Domino Mobler. Circa 1970s

Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase by Domino Mobler. Circa 1970s

By Domino Møbler

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase by Domino Mobler. Circa 1970s Features a modern Scandinavian minimalist design with a beautiful teak wood grain. Offers plenty of stor...

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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Erice L Wood Bookcase with Marble Shelves
Erice L Wood Bookcase with Marble Shelves

Erice L Wood Bookcase with Marble Shelves

By Carpanese Home Italia

Located in Milan, IT

The Erice L Bookcase embodies a sophisticated fusion of geometry and artistry. Constructed entirely from solid wood, this standout piece features wide legs and tops with subtly bevel...

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2010s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mogens Koch Pine Bookcases by Rud. Rasmussen
Pair of Mogens Koch Pine Bookcases by Rud. Rasmussen

Pair of Mogens Koch Pine Bookcases by Rud. Rasmussen

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Kastrup, DK

Mogens Koch (1898–1992). A pair of bookcases crafted in solid pine by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen, circa 1950–1960. Each cabinet bears the maker’s label on the reverse. The bookcases ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Modular bookcase in Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch, Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark, 1950s
Modular bookcase in Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch, Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark, 1950s

Modular bookcase in Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch, Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark, 1950s

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Cool and practical modular bookcase system by Mogens Koch, made from Oregon pine. It includes eight sections that can be combined in various ways. There are three bases for the botto...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf, Asymmetrical Design, USA, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf, Asymmetrical Design, USA, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf, Asymmetrical Design, USA, 1950s

Located in Waxahachie, TX

Small walnut open book shelf clearly executed by a fan of Gio Ponti and his designs for the University of Padua, with its asymmetrical structure and half-harlequin motif. Tapered leg...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Monumental Brazilian Modern Bookshelf in Solid Rosewood with Storage, 1960s
Monumental Brazilian Modern Bookshelf in Solid Rosewood with Storage, 1960s

Monumental Brazilian Modern Bookshelf in Solid Rosewood with Storage, 1960s

Located in New York, NY

A commanding example of Brazilian Modern design from the 1960s, this monumental rosewood bookshelf combines architectural presence with exceptional functionality. Crafted in richly f...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Brera A Bookshelf in Powder-Coated Aluminum by altreforme
Brera A Bookshelf in Powder-Coated Aluminum by altreforme

Brera A Bookshelf in Powder-Coated Aluminum by altreforme

Located in Geneve, CH

Brera A Bookshelf in Powder-Coated Aluminum by altreforme Dimensions: D 34 x W 96 x H 105 cm. Materials: Powder-coated aluminum. Available in different sizes and finishes. Prices an...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum, Other

Antique Schram Bros. Globe Wernicke School Arts & Crafts Oak Bookcase c1920
Antique Schram Bros. Globe Wernicke School Arts & Crafts Oak Bookcase c1920

Antique Schram Bros. Globe Wernicke School Arts & Crafts Oak Bookcase c1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Schram Bros. Globe Wernicke School Arts & Crafts Oak Bookcase c1920 Measures - overall 48 1/4...

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Early 20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Danish Modern Modular Oak and Hessian bookcases by HG, 1970s. Set of 6.
Danish Modern Modular Oak and Hessian bookcases by HG, 1970s. Set of 6.

Danish Modern Modular Oak and Hessian bookcases by HG, 1970s. Set of 6.

Danish Modern Modular Oak Bookcases by HG Furniture, 1970s. Set of 6. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern set of six bookcase modules in oak. Designed by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørense...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Oak

19th Century Dutch revolving bookcase, 1880
19th Century Dutch revolving bookcase, 1880

19th Century Dutch revolving bookcase, 1880

Located in Delft, NL

19th Century Dutch revolving bookcase, 1880 A very large Dutch mahogany wooden revolving bookcase. The bookcase has open compartments to put the books in. Some bars of the bookcase ...

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19th Century Dutch Antique Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Pair of Original Art Deco Bookcases, Ash, Mahogany, Revived Polish, Czech. 1940s
Pair of Original Art Deco Bookcases, Ash, Mahogany, Revived Polish, Czech. 1940s

Pair of Original Art Deco Bookcases, Ash, Mahogany, Revived Polish, Czech. 1940s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

In pristine original condition, the item has been professionally cleaned, and its polish has been revived by our refurbishing team in Czechia. It has been re-polished with polyuthe...

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1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Ash, Mahogany, Lacquer

Antique French Empire Mahogany Double Bookcase With Mounted Ormolu, Circa 1890s
Antique French Empire Mahogany Double Bookcase With Mounted Ormolu, Circa 1890s

Antique French Empire Mahogany Double Bookcase With Mounted Ormolu, Circa 1890s

By Herter Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful antique French Empire bookcase or display cabinet In the manner of Herter Brothers USA, Circa 1890s Carved mahogany, with glass front doors, and mounted gilt bronze or...

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Late 19th Century American Empire Antique Bookcases

Materials

Bronze

Antique 19th Century Victorian Gothic Arts & Crafts Adjustable Bookcase
Antique 19th Century Victorian Gothic Arts & Crafts Adjustable Bookcase

Antique 19th Century Victorian Gothic Arts & Crafts Adjustable Bookcase

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique 19th Century Victorian Gothic Arts & Crafts Adjustable Bookcase – Fine Quality This attractive Victorian Gothic bookcase, dating from circa 1880, displays lovely age, colour...

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19th Century British Antique Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Midcentury American Studio Craft Richard Artschwager Walnut tall bookcase
Midcentury American Studio Craft Richard Artschwager Walnut tall bookcase

Midcentury American Studio Craft Richard Artschwager Walnut tall bookcase

By Richard Artschwager

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century American Studio craft Richard Artschwager 6 shelf walnut tall bookcase with adjustable shelves. Good vintage condition with beautiful walnut wood grains. Has 2 horizontal...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Walnut

A Mid-Century Bookshelf, Oak, France, c. 1950s
A Mid-Century Bookshelf, Oak, France, c. 1950s

A Mid-Century Bookshelf, Oak, France, c. 1950s

Located in Hønefoss, 30

A unique mid-century bookshelf with compass feet in oak, designed by unknown designer in France, c. 1950s.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Vintage Art Deco  Rotating Bookshelf Bibliotheque
Vintage Art Deco  Rotating Bookshelf Bibliotheque

Vintage Art Deco Rotating Bookshelf Bibliotheque

By Paul Frankl

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Art Deco style rotating library, bookshelf, bibliotheque, constructed of solid wood, probably walnut, walnut veneers. The piece features interior cubbies which have adjus...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase
Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase

Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

A good quality early 20th century mahogany breakfront open bookcase of elegant and practical design, retaining a rich warm colour and attractive figuring throughout. The moulded top ...

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Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Sligh Furniture Regency Carved Mahogany Bookcase, Circa 1940s
Sligh Furniture Regency Carved Mahogany Bookcase, Circa 1940s

Sligh Furniture Regency Carved Mahogany Bookcase, Circa 1940s

By Sligh-Lowry Furniture Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Regency style bookcase By Sligh-Lowry Furniture USA, Circa 1940s Carved mahogany, with original brass hardware. Shelves are removable and adjustable. Measu...

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1940s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Narrow Period Bookcase by Karl Johan
Narrow Period Bookcase by Karl Johan

Narrow Period Bookcase by Karl Johan

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

A narrow period bookcase by Karl Johan. With a carved pediment, and glazed astragal doors opening to storage space. Below, a single door opening to useful storage. An ideal narrow pi...

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19th Century French Antique Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Eugène Gaillard Spectaculaire Bibliothèque Art Nouveau
Eugène Gaillard Spectaculaire Bibliothèque Art Nouveau

Eugène Gaillard Spectaculaire Bibliothèque Art Nouveau

By Eugène Gaillard

Located in NANCY, FR

Exceptionnelle bibliothèque en noyer massif nervuré, mouluré et finement sculpté en haut relief. Elle ouvre par une grande porte en trompe l’œil sur la partie droite, la partie gauch...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Bookcases

Materials

Nutwood

Paul Sormani Style Antique French Regency Louis XVI Kingwood Armoire or Bookcase
Paul Sormani Style Antique French Regency Louis XVI Kingwood Armoire or Bookcase

Paul Sormani Style Antique French Regency Louis XVI Kingwood Armoire or Bookcase

By Paul Sormani

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique French Regency Louis XVI style armoire, linen press, or bibliotheque bookcase cabinet In the manner of Paul Sormani France, Circa 1880s Beautiful kingwood and m...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Set of two antique English bookcases/shelving units from the 19th century
Set of two antique English bookcases/shelving units from the 19th century

Set of two antique English bookcases/shelving units from the 19th century

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This set of two subtle antique English cabinets dates from the late 19th century and features an elegant appearance. They are fitted with three removable shelves and offer ample stor...

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Late 19th Century Classical Roman Antique Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Henredon Georgian Walnut Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch
Henredon Georgian Walnut Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch

Henredon Georgian Walnut Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch

By Henredon

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Georgian or Queen Anne style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top By Henredon USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous figured walnut, with original bra...

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Late 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Monumental English 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase
Monumental English 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase

Monumental English 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1890 Monumental English 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase sku 2167A (Larger version available sku 2167B) Together W428 x D37 x H263.5 cm Base W428 x D37 x H125.5 cm Base intern...

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19th Century Antique Bookcases

Materials

Oak

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. 

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