Art Deco Bookcase
Chloe is a highly-regarded expert in all things vintage and antique. She’s excited to share her vast knowledge with readers and clients wishing to infuse their homes with a mixture of old-time warmth and modern comfort. In addition to her design work, Chloe regularly volunteers at her local community center, teaching DIY projects to adults and kids.
Traditional boxy bookcases are fine for functionality and form, but every home has them. And you are not every homeowner. You are eccentric and eclectic and prefer a different style for your bookcases. Might we suggest some art deco bookcases that are nowhere near the norm. They have a look that is far from ordinary and will give your home a look that speaks to your personality.
Our Picks
Wide Art Deco Bookcase
Everly Quinn
Made from stainless steel and MDF, this bookcase has a black oak and champagne finish. Featuring four shelves that are covered with intertwining circles, each gap between the shelves is wide so you can fit taller books or decorative objects on them.
Designer Advice:
This bookcase would look stunning in a modern industrial space. However, if you’re worried about it looking too harsh, pick out the warm champagne tones with a champagne lamp placed near the bookcase. For an extra glam look, rich jewel tones like purple and green always pair well with champagne and won’t clash with the black shelves.
Geometric Art Deco Bookshelf
Mercer41
This bookcase has six shelves and a chic and elegant design. Outlined in gold with glossy white manufactured wood shelves, it features a modern luxe look. The curved aspect at the side lends it extra depth and dimension.
Slim Art Nouveau Bookcase
Everly Quinn
Constructed of sturdy steel with tempered glass shelves, this bookcase is sleek and contemporary. It has a slim open frame design with subtle Art Deco geometric detail at the edge of each shelf. The legs can be adjusted via levelers.
$326.99
$405.99
Designer Advice:
If you have a narrow living room, this bookcase is an excellent option. Though it isn’t necessarily super small, its open frame will give the illusion of more space, which in turn makes a room look bigger. Gold looks especially good paired with navy blue, so place your bookcase on top of a navy rug or go big with a navy accent wall.
Vintage Art Deco Shelves
A true vintage piece from 1930s Scotland, this bookcase captures the quintessential Art Deco look. Crafted from solid oak and veneers, it still features the original glass with triangle molding detail at the front. Three shelves are included within.
Mahogany Art Deco Book Shelf
This beautiful bookcase is originally from the 1920s. Though small in size, it has three wide shelves that will fit plenty on. It is crafted from mahogany, metal, and wood, with traditional Art Deco geometric detailing on either side.
Modern Art Deco Bookcase
Everly Quinn
Made from steel with five tempered glass shelves, this bookcase is full of elegance. The geometric detail on either side nods to Art Deco style whilst still remaining contemporary. Moreover, the tempered glass shelves are widely spaced for large books.
Designer Advice:
We recommend this bookcase for an entryway. Its tall stature and wide shelves will be both functional and stylish. It would look best in a hallway with high ceilings and lots of natural light so the gold can shine more. Alternatively, a forest green wall would pair well with the gold and provide a striking contrast.
