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Carved Oak Breakfront Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 22 October 2026 · Shackladys Antiques
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Description

Heavily carved open bookcase the large rectangular breakfront top with carved moulded edge. Above three bays of adjustable shelves flanked by carved columns to the base all raised top on a shaped plinth.

Dimensions

Height 51 Inches

Width 81.5 Inches

Depth 16 Inches

Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Breakfront Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
207cm (81.50")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
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SA1027922
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Description
Heavily carved open bookcase the large rectangular breakfront top with carved moulded edge.
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Above three bays of adjustable shelves flanked by carved columns to the base all raised top on a shaped plinth.
Shackladys Antiques

Dimensions

Height 51 Inches

Width 81.5 Inches

Depth 16 Inches

Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Breakfront Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
207cm (81.50")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
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SA1027922
Shackladys Antiques
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A low, dark carved oak open bookcase with a breakfront design, featuring three shelf sections separated by carved pilasters decorated with foliate and mask motifs. SOLD22 OCT 26
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Archive I A low, dark carved oak open bookcase with a breakfront design, featuring three shelf sections separated by carved pilasters decorated with foliate and mask motifs. SOLD22 OCT 26

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CH3 5DB
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A low, dark carved oak open bookcase with a breakfront design, featuring three shelf sections separated by carved pilasters decorated with foliate and mask motifs.
Carved oak breakfront open bookcase
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A low, dark carved oak open bookcase with a breakfront design, featuring three shelf sections separated by carved pilasters decorated with foliate and mask motifs.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Gothic Revival
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBreakfront profile, Foliate carving, Carved mask pilasters, Fluted frieze
  • SizeH 130 cm (51 in) x W 207 cm (81 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

This Victorian Gothic Revival open bookcase is made of dark brown oak with a rich patina, standing 130 cm high, 207 cm wide, and 41 cm deep. The breakfront form features a rectangular top with a moulded edge above a fluted frieze, supported by three bays of adjustable shelves. Flanking the three sections are heavy carved pilasters decorated with foliate patterns and mask motifs, all sitting above a carved shaped plinth base. Designed for a gentleman's library, study, or living room, this substantial piece provides generous open storage and display space for books, collections, and decorative objects. The dark timber grain and intricate carved details suit traditional interior schemes, anchoring a room with formal architectural presence and period character.

FAQs

A breakfront bookcase features a central section that projects forward beyond the flanking side sections. This architectural form emerged in the eighteenth century to add dimension and visual interest to large library furniture.

Historically, native hardwoods such as English oak, walnut, and mahogany were selected for their durability and dense grain, which allowed cabinetmakers to execute intricate relief carving and detailed mouldings.

Authentic pieces from this period typically exhibit hand-carved decorative motifs, hand-cut dovetail joints, oak backing boards, and evidence of natural age oxidation within the carved recesses.

An open carved bookcase can be integrated into a contemporary space by balancing books with neutral ceramics, modern sculptures, and minimalist decorative objects to complement the detailed woodwork.

Dust the carved surfaces regularly with a soft, dry brush or microfibre cloth to remove build-up in deep relief areas, and apply a high-grade beeswax polish annually to protect the timber and maintain its patination.
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