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A Pair of Late Victorian Oak Bookcases Circa 1900
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A Pair of Late Victorian Oak Bookcases Circa 1900

19th century
Sold 15 July 2025 · Browns Antiques and Reclamation
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Description

Moulded cornices above glazed cupboard doors with original glass, enclosing 4 adjustable shelves. Base with panelled doors. Very hard to find a pair. We have hand stripped & polished. All in great order, minor bumps/ marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions

Height = 246 cm

Width = 102 cm at widest point (cornice)

Depth = 32 cm

Lower section internal

Height = 82 cm

Width = 87 cm

Shelf Heights = 23.5 cm, 26cm & 28cm

Upper section internal

Height = 138 cm

Width = 84.5 cm

Shelf Heights = Adjustable

Date of Manufacture

Browns Antiques and Reclamation has dated these Pair Oak Bookcases to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
246cm (96.85")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1073752
Dealers Internal Reference
B-136-EBN
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Description
Moulded cornices above glazed cupboard doors with original glass, enclosing 4 adjustable shelves. Base with panelled doors. Very hard to find a pair. We have hand stripped & polished. All in great order, minor bumps/ marks commensurate with age.
fig 1. A matched pair of tall late Victorian oak bookcases, each featuring upper glazed doors with multiple shelves and lower solid panel cabinet doors.
fig 1. A Pair of Late Victorian Oak Bookcases Circa 1900

Dimensions

Height = 246 cm

Width = 102 cm at widest point (cornice)

Depth = 32 cm

Lower section internal

Height = 82 cm

Width = 87 cm

Shelf Heights = 23.5 cm, 26cm & 28cm

Upper section internal

Height = 138 cm

Width = 84.5 cm

Shelf Heights = Adjustable

Date of Manufacture

Browns Antiques and Reclamation has dated these Pair Oak Bookcases to the Victorian era.

Height
246cm (96.85")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1073752
Dealers Internal Ref
B-136-EBN
Browns Antiques and Reclamation
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2018

Antiques and reclamation

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Browns Antiques and Reclamation Profile Page

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Archive I A matched pair of tall late Victorian oak bookcases, each featuring upper glazed doors with multiple shelves and lower solid panel cabinet doors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Pair of Late Victorian Oak Bookcases Circa 1900

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Browns Antiques and Reclamation
Telephone 07970 669382
Location
Aller Cross Garage
Barnstaple Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3RD
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/brownsantiques
Verified Since Mar 2018
Items For Sale 179
Items Sold 1,114
Browns Antiques and Reclamation
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A matched pair of tall late Victorian oak bookcases, each featuring upper glazed doors with multiple shelves and lower solid panel cabinet doors.
A Pair of Late Victorian Oak Bookcases circa 1900
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A matched pair of tall late Victorian oak bookcases, each featuring upper glazed doors with multiple shelves and lower solid panel cabinet doors.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBookcases & Shelving
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGlazed upper doors, Raised panel base doors, Cornice moulding, Adjustable shelving
  • SizeH 246 cm (97 in) x W 102 cm (40 in) x D 32 cm (13 in)

FAQs

Late Victorian bookcases from around 1900 typically feature sturdy construction, practical design, and revival influences such as Arts and Crafts simplicity or traditional revivalism, showcasing the natural grain of oak.

These pieces are generally constructed from solid oak and quarter-sawn oak veneers, utilizing traditional joinery methods such as mortise and tenon frames, dovetailed drawer construction, and brass or iron hardware.

Authenticity is identified by examining timber ageing, hand-cut joinery marks, period-appropriate glass with minor imperfections, original backboards, and traditional hardware finishes consistent with the turn of the 20th century.

They serve as functional statement pieces in home offices or living rooms, providing warmth and texture while contrasting against neutral walls, contemporary seating, and minimalist decor.

Maintain antique oak by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding extreme humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying a quality beeswax polish to nourish and protect the wood finish.
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