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Antique Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase - High-quality 19th Century Piece
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Antique Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase - High-quality 19th Century Piece

19th century
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Antique Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet - High-Quality Late 19th Century Piece.

This bookcase radiates timeless charm and character.

Solidly constructed with no loose joints or woodworm, it promises durability and stability, possibly from a church.

Sure to elevate any space it occupies!

Overall dimensions: 75cm W x 19cm D x 107cm H.

Shelf dimensions:

Bottom shelf: 69cm x 16.5cm with 28cm space above

First shelf: 69cm x 16.5cm with 21cm space above

Second shelf: 69cm x 16.5cm with 21cm space above

Top shelf: 69cm x 16.5cm

In very good antique condition, it showcases minor historic knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, repairs, and alterations, typical of functional antique furniture.

Identified by stock number 8571, this item is backed by a 30-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee.

We provide competitive door-to-door shipping options, both within the UK and overseas.

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Prior and Willis has dated this Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1074921
Dealers Internal Reference
8571
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****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Antique Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet - High-Quality Late 19th Century Piece.

This bookcase radiates timeless charm and character.

Solidly constructed with no loose joints or woodworm, it promises durability and stability, possibly from a church.
Prior and Willis
fig 1. A Victorian Gothic open oak bookcase with four tiers and a top gallery featuring a pierced cut-out motif.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase - High-quality 19th Century Piece

Sure to elevate any space it occupies!

Overall dimensions: 75cm W x 19cm D x 107cm H.

Shelf dimensions:

Bottom shelf: 69cm x 16.5cm with 28cm space above

First shelf: 69cm x 16.5cm with 21cm space above

Second shelf: 69cm x 16.5cm with 21cm space above

fig 2. A Victorian Gothic open oak bookcase with four tiers and a top gallery featuring a pierced cut-out motif.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase - High-quality 19th Century Piece

Top shelf: 69cm x 16.5cm

In very good antique condition, it showcases minor historic knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, repairs, and alterations, typical of functional antique furniture.

Identified by stock number 8571, this item is backed by a 30-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee.

We provide competitive door-to-door shipping options, both within the UK and overseas.

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1074921
Dealers Internal Ref
8571
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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A Victorian Gothic open oak bookcase with four tiers and a top gallery featuring a pierced cut-out motif.
Antique Victorian Gothic Oak Bookcase - High-Quality 19th Century Piece
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Victorian Gothic Revival furniture is defined by medieval-inspired elements, such as pointed arches, trefoil cutouts, carved tracery, and robust construction utilizing dark native hardwoods like oak and walnut.

Solid hardwoods, particularly English oak, mahogany, and walnut, were the primary materials used. Construction relied on traditional joinery techniques, including dovetail joints, mortise and tenon frames, and hand-cut timber backs.

Authentic period pieces show signs of genuine age including uneven patination, natural oxidation around brass fittings or joint lines, hand-planed backboards, and distinct saw marks consistent with historic timber conversion.

Position the piece as an accent focal point by pairing historic leather-bound books with modern ceramic vessels, contemporary framed prints, and minimalist decorative objects to balance traditional timber tones.

Dust the timber regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth. Apply a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year to feed the wood grain, avoiding silicone-based sprays and direct proximity to heat radiators.
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