French Breakfront Bookcase
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Beech
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1970s American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1930s American Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1920s American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1920s American Louis XV Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century Louis Philippe Bookcases
Glass, Cherry, Burl
20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Bookcases
Oak
Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 1860s English Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Bookcases
Pine
Antique 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Antique 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Ebony
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
20th Century French Other Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century French Louis XV Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1980s American French Provincial Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Cabinets
Beech
20th Century American Empire Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1920s American Louis XV Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1840s French Neoclassical Secretaires
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Louis XV Sideboards
Fruitwood
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Rosewood
Vintage 1940s French Bookcases
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Federal Bookcases
Antique 1880s French Country Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Wood, Glass
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century European Renaissance Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 1810s Great Britain (UK) Regency Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Renaissance Cabinets
Iron
Antique Late 18th Century European French Provincial Dressers
Iron, Wire
Antique 1810s English Regency Sideboards
Brass, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Bookcases
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Bookcases
Glass, Pine
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Pine
20th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 19th Century European Bookcases
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Bookcases
Antique 1880s French Bookcases
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century Chippendale Bookcases
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Other Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Bookcases
Brass
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Finding the Right bookcases for You
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.
- What is a breakfront bookcase?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A breakfront bookcase is usually a large wooden bookcase that houses either books or dishes. They’re similar in appearance to hutches in that they have glass-fronted shelving on the top and cabinets on the bottom.
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