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Substantial Oak Open Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Sold 15 February 2025 · Worboys Antiques
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Description

Substantial oak open bookcase having two sections , each with three adjustable shelves , raised on a plinth base. Each shelf measures 23 cm deep and 86 cm wide .

Height

122 cm / 48 "

Width

183 cm / 72 "

Depth

29 cm / 11 1/2"

Good Condition Wax Finished

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Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Substantial Oak Open Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1124010
Dealers Internal Reference
378070
Dealers Notes

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Description
Substantial oak open bookcase having two sections , each with three adjustable shelves , raised on a plinth base. Each shelf measures 23 cm deep and 86 cm wide .

Height

122 cm / 48 "

Width

183 cm / 72 "

Depth

fig 1. A large, rectangular oak open bookcase with multiple horizontal shelves filled with rows of colourful vintage books.
fig 1. Substantial Oak Open Bookcase

29 cm / 11 1/2"

Good Condition Wax Finished

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store.

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If you wish to see specific items please notify us before visiting so that we can ensure the item(s) are available to view.
Worboys Antiques
Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Substantial Oak Open Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1124010
Dealers Internal Ref
378070
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2005

Established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture.

Dealer Profile

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

Trade Associations

Worboys Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Worboys Antiques

Worboys Antiques
Telephone 01494 931812
Location
86 London End
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire
HP9 2JD
United Kingdom

By appointment.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/wa
Verified Since Jul 2005
Items For Sale 194
Items Sold 6,481
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
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Location: 86 London End, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2JD, United Kingdom, , By appointment.
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A large, rectangular oak open bookcase with multiple horizontal shelves filled with rows of colourful vintage books.
Substantial Oak Open Bookcase
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTraditional
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsVisible wood grain, Plinth base, Vertical divider partition
  • SizeH 122 cm (48 in) x W 183 cm (72 in) x D 29 cm (11 in)

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Traditional open bookcases evolved primarily in the 18th and 19th centuries as private libraries grew in British homes, shifting from enclosed cabinet storage to easily accessible open shelving for larger collections of literature.

Authentic period pieces are typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, featuring traditional joinery like dovetailing, mortise and tenon joints, and sturdy plinth bases to support heavy volumes.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate tool marks, hand-cut joinery, timber shrinkage patterns, natural ageing of the wood grain, and the absence of modern machine-cut fasteners.

Balance the visual weight of the timber by varying shelf contents, incorporating decorative objects alongside books, and grouping items by colour or size to create a curated focal point.

Protect the timber by maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and periodically applying a traditional beeswax polish to nourish and protect the finish.
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