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Large Quality Antique Red Walnut Adjustable Bookcase - Circa 1900
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Large Quality Antique Red Walnut Adjustable Bookcase - Circa 1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 20 November 2025 · Prior and Willis
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Presenting a Large Quality Antique Red Walnut Adjustable Bookcase from circa 1900.

This bookcase exudes lovely quality and is rich in age, charm, and character with its simple, clean design.

Solid and sturdy, with no loose joints, it would make a stunning addition to the right location!

Overall maximum dimensions: 122cmW x 28cmD x 106cmH. Shelves measure 112cm x 18.5cm.

In very good antique condition, the piece displays minor historic knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, repairs, and alterations—attributes expected with functional antique furniture. It exhibits some historic extinct woodworm holes on the back or underside, which have been treated for good measure.

Stock No. 8580.

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Prior and Willis has dated this Antique Walnut Bookcase to the 1900s.

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SA1072998
Dealers Internal Reference
8580
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

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Presenting a Large Quality Antique Red Walnut Adjustable Bookcase from circa 1900.
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This bookcase exudes lovely quality and is rich in age, charm, and character with its simple, clean design.
Prior and Willis

Solid and sturdy, with no loose joints, it would make a stunning addition to the right location!

fig 1. A large antique dark walnut bookcase featuring an open front, adjustable shelving, panelled backboards, and bracket feet.
fig 1. Large Quality Antique Red Walnut Adjustable Bookcase - Circa 1900

Overall maximum dimensions: 122cmW x 28cmD x 106cmH. Shelves measure 112cm x 18.5cm.

In very good antique condition, the piece displays minor historic knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, repairs, and alterations—attributes expected with functional antique furniture. It exhibits some historic extinct woodworm holes on the back or underside, which have been treated for good measure.

Stock No. 8580.

Benefit from a 30-day, no-quibble, money-back guarantee.

Take advantage of competitive door-to-door shipping available within the UK and overseas.

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Antique Walnut Bookcase to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1072998
Dealers Internal Ref
8580
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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Prior and Willis
Telephone 07866 705199
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Kings Lynn
Norfolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/westnorfolk
Verified Since Jan 2015
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A large antique dark walnut bookcase featuring an open front, adjustable shelving, panelled backboards, and bracket feet.
Large Quality Antique Red Walnut Adjustable Bookcase - Circa 1900
Ref: SA1072998
A large antique dark walnut bookcase featuring an open front, adjustable shelving, panelled backboards, and bracket feet.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialWalnut
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPanelled back, Bracket feet, Carved frieze, Adjustable shelving

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Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying appropriate furniture wax to nourish the wood.

Pairing dark wood period furniture with neutral walls, minimalist accessories, and contemporary lighting creates a balanced contrast that highlights the rich texture and history of the piece.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-cut joinery, aged patina on the timber surfaces, traditional backboards, and period-appropriate hardware or adjustable mechanisms rather than modern fasteners.

They were typically constructed from solid timber veneers such as walnut, featuring dovetailed joints, panelled backs, and adjustable wooden shelf supports utilising metal pins or tracks.

Bookcases from this period often incorporate traditional craftsmanship with functional adjustments, featuring rich grain patterns and subtle carved details reflective of late Victorian and Edwardian design trends.
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