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Pair of Art Deco Bookcases by Betty Joel
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Pair of Art Deco Bookcases by Betty Joel

1920 - 1940
Description

A fine pair of bookcases designed by Betty Joel. The makers label to the reverse of one, signed by Betty Joel, for Token Works Portsmouth and dated 1930. Each bookcase with three adjustable shelves by the use of metal pegs.

Betty Joel designed furniture, textiles and interiors, and had shops in Sloane Square and Knightsbridge. The Studio Magazine featured her work between 1927 and 1937. Today the quality and design of her pieces are highly regarded.

All our furniture is professionally polished and restored where necessary. Our restorer has over 40 years of furniture restoration experience including 15 years living at Windsor Castle whilst working for the Royal household, so comes highly recommended! This pair of bookcases in showroom condition.

Each bookcase.

Height: 101.8cm

Width: 121.8cm

Depth: 32.8cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
101.8cm (40.08")
Width
121.8cm (47.95")
Depth
32.8cm (12.91")
Declaration

Poirot Art Deco has dated these Art Deco Open Bookcases to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1077042
Dealers Internal Reference
PAD1419
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A fine pair of bookcases designed by Betty Joel.
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The makers label to the reverse of one, signed by Betty Joel, for Token Works Portsmouth and dated 1930.
Poirot Art Deco

Each bookcase with three adjustable shelves by the use of metal pegs.

fig 1. A matching pair of low, open-front Art Deco wooden bookcases with three shelves and fluted side panels.
fig 1. Pair of Art Deco Bookcases by Betty Joel

Betty Joel designed furniture, textiles and interiors, and had shops in Sloane Square and Knightsbridge. The Studio Magazine featured her work between 1927 and 1937. Today the quality and design of her pieces are highly regarded.

fig 2. A matching pair of low, open-front Art Deco wooden bookcases with three shelves and fluted side panels.
fig 2. Pair of Art Deco Bookcases by Betty Joel

All our furniture is professionally polished and restored where necessary. Our restorer has over 40 years of furniture restoration experience including 15 years living at Windsor Castle whilst working for the Royal household, so comes highly recommended! This pair of bookcases in showroom condition.

Each bookcase.

Height: 101.8cm

Width: 121.8cm

Depth: 32.8cm

Height
101.8cm (40.08")
Width
121.8cm (47.95")
Depth
32.8cm (12.91")
Date of Manufacture

Poirot Art Deco has dated these Art Deco Open Bookcases to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1077042
Dealers Internal Ref
PAD1419
Poirot Art Deco
Poirot Art Deco
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2017

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Archive I A matching pair of low, open-front Art Deco wooden bookcases with three shelves and fluted side panels. SOLD29 AUG 26

Pair of Art Deco Bookcases by Betty Joel

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A matching pair of low, open-front Art Deco wooden bookcases with three shelves and fluted side panels.
Pair of Art Deco Bookcases by Betty Joel
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A matching pair of low, open-front Art Deco wooden bookcases with three shelves and fluted side panels.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialWalnut, Mahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFluted side panels, Open three-tier shelves, Stepped feet, Streamlined top rim
  • SizeH 101.8 cm (40 in) x W 121.8 cm (48 in) x D 32.8 cm (13 in)

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Art Deco bookcases from this period feature clean geometric lines, low-profile horizontal proportions, streamlined edges, and subtle decorative elements such as side fluting or veneer panel matching.

Craftsmen typically utilised high-grade hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, oak, and teak, often combining solid timber frame structures with engineered veneered panels for stability.

Authentic pieces frequently showcase distinctive maker tokens or stamped dates, alongside hand-finished joinery, quality timber veneers, and signature geometric or fluted architectural details.

Position them symmetrically along a wall or flank an architectural element, using the low upper surfaces to display ceramic vessels, lamps, or artwork while filling shelves with curated books.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, apply a high-grade beeswax paste annually along the grain, and position the furniture away from direct sunlight or intense heat sources.
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