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Crafters and Weavers Arts and Crafts Wood Narrow Barrister Bookcase in Cherry
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Crafters and Weavers Arts and Crafts 33" Wood Barrister Bookcase in Cherry
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Crafters and Weavers Arts and Crafts 37" Wood Barrister Bookcase in Brown
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Crafters and Weavers Arts and Crafts 4-Stack Wood Barrister Bookcase in Cherry
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Crafters and Weavers Arts and Crafts Wood Barrister Bookcase in Solid Walnut
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Sauder Barrister Lane 10 Cubby Bookcase
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Sauder Barrister Lane 10 Cubby Tall Bookcase
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Pemberly Row Modern Wood Narrow Barrister Bookcase in Cherry
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Pemberly Row Set of 2 Engineered Wood 10-Cubby Bookcases in Sindoori Mango/Brown
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Pemberly Row Set of 2 Engineered Wood 10-Cube Bookcases in Iron Oak
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Pemberly Row Set of 2 35.25" Wood Barrister Bookcases in Brown
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Pemberly Row Set of 2 33" Wood Barrister Bookcases in Cherry
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Pemberly Row Modern Oak Barrister Bookcase - 3 Stack - Walnut
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Pemberly Row Contemporary 33" Wood Barrister Bookcase in Cherry
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Pemberly Row Contemporary Wood Barrister Bookcase in Solid Walnut
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Pemberly Row Tall 10-Cube Modern Engineered Wood Bookcase in White Plank
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Scranton & Co Bookcase in Salt Oak
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Bowery Hill Salt Oak Short Bookcase with Cubbyhole Storage
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Bowery Hill Library 5 Shelf Bookcase in Antiqued White
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Bowery Hill Engineered Wood 5-Shelf Bookcase in Classic Cherry
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Pemberly Row Rustic Wood Short Book Shelves in Salt Oak
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Pemberly Row Tall Bookcase in Salt Oak
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Pemberly Row Library 5 Shelf Bookcase in Antiqued White Finish
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Pemberly Row Engineered Wood 5-Shelf Bookcase in Classic Cherry
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Home Square 2 Piece Engineered Wood Tall 10-cubby Bookcase Set in Salt Oak
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Home Square Tall 10 Cubby Barrister Wood Bookcase Set in White (Set of 2)
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Pemberly Row 10-Cubby Modern Engineered Wood Bookcase in Brown
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Pemberly Row 10-Cube Modern Engineered Wood Bookcase in Iron Oak
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Pemberly Row 10-Cube Modern Engineered Wood Bookcase in White Plank
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Crafters and Weavers Arts and Crafts 5 Stacks Wood Barrister Bookcase in Walnut
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Crafters and Weavers Arts and Crafts Wood Barrister Bookcase in Walnut
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Crafters and Weavers Arts and Crafts 5-Stack Wood Barrister Bookcase in Cherry
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Mission Craftsman Style Oak Barrister Bookcase - 5 Stack - Walnut
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Mission Quarter Sawn Oak 4 Stack Barrister Bookcase - Wanlut
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Crafters and Weavers Arts and Crafts 35.25" Wood Barrister Bookcase in Brown
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Mission Craftsman Style Oak Barrister Bookcase - 3 Stack - Walnut
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Safavieh Dale Pine Wood Bookcase in Walnut
Traditional Wood Bookcases with Doors
Barrister bookcases were originally designed to be portable book carrying cases. The intent was to facilitate the frequent office changes of Victorian-era British lawyers, also known as barristers. These wood office bookcases were made so that each shelf could be removed with the books still shelved, eliminating the need to pack books into a box and then unpack after moving the unit. The bookshelves are contained within a cabinet-style exterior.
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Today's barrister bookcases are usually made of wood, but most don't include removable shelves, making them simply bookcases with doors. The idea behind wood bookcases with cabinet design is an aesthetic sophistication combined with the protective element the doors provide. For wood bookcases that do feature the removable shelf design, look to brands like DMi Furniture and Homelegance.
Bookcases with doors come in a variety of styles and finishes. You can recreate the look and feel of a historic Victorian library using finishes like cherry, chocolate or oak. For more modern homes, choose black or white bookcases.
Barrister Bookcases as Curio Cabinets
Wood bookcases with doors are also an ideal method of showcasing artwork and collectibles. Although curio cabinets are a more traditional choice for displaying personal treasures at home, browsing bookcases with doors is an option that will expand your selection. You may find you prefer the look of bookshelves inside a cabinet, particularly if you'd like to display a combination of your favorite collectibles with your finest hardcover books.
Browse all our many practical and highly versatile bookcases and other office furniture. You'll find bookcases for your living room, den, bedroom, basement or any area of your home you need extra storage. Brands like Ameriwood, DMi Furniture, Homelegance, Riverside Furniture, Wayborn and Wynwood bring you an array of bookcase designs including models with doors. Our discount prices and free shipping on most items makes it easy and affordable to get organized in style.