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A Lovely Edwardian Period Mahogany Inlaid Revolving Bookcase
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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

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    Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.
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A Lovely Edwardian Period Mahogany Inlaid Revolving Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Sold 20 December 2024 · Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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A lovely Edwardian Period mahogany inlaid revolving bookcase. The octagonal top veneered in figured mahogany with chequer band inlay and banded in satinwood with boxwood edging. Having an octagonal top above four open bookcase sections with finely turned spindle supports. The whole raised on a turned columns with four swept supports. English circa 1900-1910

Dimensions: 24" wide x 24" deep x 28" high

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Edwardian Revolving Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

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A lovely Edwardian Period mahogany inlaid revolving bookcase
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A lovely Edwardian Period mahogany inlaid revolving bookcase.
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The octagonal top veneered in figured mahogany with chequer band inlay and banded in satinwood with boxwood edging.
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

Having an octagonal top above four open bookcase sections with finely turned spindle supports. The whole raised on a turned columns with four swept supports. English circa 1900-1910

Dimensions: 24" wide x 24" deep x 28" high

Date of Manufacture

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Edwardian Revolving Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

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SA1114596
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A lovely Edwardian Period mahogany inlaid revolving bookcase
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Christian Davies Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07774 991460
Location
The Calder Studio
Garden Village
Longsight Road
Clayton Le Dale
Blackburn
BB2 7JA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cdavies
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 44
Items Sold 3,398
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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Location: The Calder Studio, Garden Village, Longsight Road, Clayton Le Dale, Blackburn, BB2 7JA, United Kingdom
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An octagonal Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase with delicate string inlay and a four-way splayed base.
A lovely Edwardian Period mahogany inlaid revolving bookcase
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsOctagonal top, Satinwood stringing, Slatted dividers, Splayed cross legs

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Revolving bookcases gained popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as domestic spaces evolved and the demand for accessible personal libraries grew in middle-class homes.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods like mahogany, walnut, or oak, featuring internal cross-framing to support the weight of books and a central ball-bearing swivel mechanism.

Authentication relies on examining timber grain, dovetail joinery, traditional hand-applied polish finishes, and the type of mechanical pivot system used in the base.

It serves as a functional centrepiece in a home office or living room, providing convenient book access while adding rich wood tones and historical texture to modern schemes.

Maintain stable room humidity levels away from direct heat sources, dust regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally apply high-quality beeswax to nourish the timber.
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