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Super Carved Oak Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 21 April 2025 · Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
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A very nice coloured oak carved open bookcase to the top two drawer base and lift up cupboard, solid oak throughout with mythical faces and gyometrical lines, in very good overall condition, splits into two.

78" high

37" wide

17.5" depth

Book depth 6"

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You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

Please contact us for more images Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse showroom in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Oak Bookcase to the 1880s.

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SA1098795
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All measurements are taken at the widest points.

Please call 07968450046 for more information on this item.

We recommend that you arrange an appointment to view the items before you buy them. Appointments to view our stock can be arranged by contacting us via email donna.fernyhough@ntlworld.com or you can call 07968450046 (lines open 9am-10pm, 365 days a year)

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A very nice coloured oak carved open bookcase to the top two drawer base and lift up cupboard, solid oak throughout with mythical faces and gyometrical lines, in very good overall condition, splits into two.
fig 1. A tall, dark brown carved oak bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section and a lower cabinet with drawers, adorned with intricate geometric and figural carvings.
fig 1. Super Carved Oak Open Bookcase

78" high

37" wide

17.5" depth

Book depth 6"

FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND

PLEASE EMAIL FOR SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

“
Please contact us for more images Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse showroom in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham).
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

Date of Manufacture

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Oak Bookcase to the 1880s.

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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Seven showrooms of excellent quality antiques and decorative items.

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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07968 45 00 46
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Unit 5
The Elms Business Park
Appleby Magna
Derbyshire
DE12 7AP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/fernyhough
Verified Since Jan 2011
Items For Sale 565
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A tall, dark brown carved oak bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section and a lower cabinet with drawers, adorned with intricate geometric and figural carvings.
Super Carved Oak Open Bookcase
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleJacobean Revival
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGreen man carvings, Geometric mouldings, Turned pilasters, Guilloche bands

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Jacobean Revival furniture, popular in the 19th century, mimics the heavy, ornate styles of the 17th century featuring dark woods, deep relief carvings, and symmetrical geometric patterns.

These pieces were predominantly constructed from solid English oak, often incorporating secondary woods for drawer linings and back panels, joined using traditional mortise and tenon techniques.

Authenticity is indicated by hand-cut joints, natural patination from age, irregularities in the hand-carved detailing, and period-appropriate hardware and fixings.

Balance the visual weight of dark wood by pairing it with neutral walls, minimalist surrounding decor, and styling shelves with a curated mix of books and contemporary ceramics.

Maintain antique oak by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding extreme temperature fluctuations, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber.
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