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Victorian Carved Oak Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 25 February 2025 · Philip Hunt Antiques
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Description

Victorian Carved Oak Open Open Bookcase.

This Bookcase Stands Upon a Plinth Base.

The Bookcase Features 3 Adjustable Shelves Flanked by Carved Uprights.

The Frieze Also Being of a Carved Form.

Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

Height 48" (122cm)

Width 42" (107cm)

Depth 11 1/2" (29cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Oak Bookcase to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Reference Numbers
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SA1065186
Dealers Internal Reference
LP95-5
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Description
Victorian Carved Oak Open Open Bookcase.

This Bookcase Stands Upon a Plinth Base.

The Bookcase Features 3 Adjustable Shelves Flanked by Carved Uprights.

The Frieze Also Being of a Carved Form.

Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

Height 48" (122cm)

Width 42" (107cm)

Depth 11 1/2" (29cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Oak Bookcase to the 1880s.

Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1065186
Dealers Internal Ref
LP95-5
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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Philip Hunt Antiques

Philip Hunt Antiques
Telephone 07771 966 124 or 01603 629 999
Location
Sprowston
Norwich
United Kingdom

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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/philiphunt
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A front view of a dark Victorian carved oak open bookcase with four adjustable shelves and decorative floral carvings along the frieze and pilasters.
Victorian Carved Oak Open Bookcase
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A front view of a dark Victorian carved oak open bookcase with four adjustable shelves and decorative floral carvings along the frieze and pilasters.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFloral relief carving, Fluted pilasters, Dentil moulding, Plinth base
  • SizeH 122 cm (48 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 29 cm (11 in)

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Victorian bookcases often feature robust construction, dark finishes, and intricate hand-carved detailing inspired by historical revival movements such as Gothic, Elizabethan, and Jacobean styles.

Authentic pieces are typically constructed from solid oak with tongue-and-groove backs, dovetail joints, and hand-carved decorative friezes and pilasters.

Authenticity is indicated by period-appropriate joinery, hand-cut screws, natural timber shrinkage, uniform patina, and tool marks consistent with nineteenth-century workshop practices.

Contrast the dark wood and ornate carvings of the bookcase against minimalist walls, and balance shelf displays by mixing vertically stacked books with sculptural decorative objects.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels, keep the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and occasionally apply microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the finish.
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