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Substantial Dark Oak Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 19 February 2025 · Worboys Antiques
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Description

Substantial dark oak open bookcase having two sections , each with two fully adjustable shelves , having carved edges and raised on bracket feet .

Height

114.5 cm / 45 1/4"

Width

183 cm / 72 "

Depth

31 cm / 12 "

Good Condition Wax Finished

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Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Dark Oak Bookcase to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
114.5cm (45.08")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1124226
Dealers Internal Reference
378077
Dealers Notes

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Description
Substantial dark oak open bookcase having two sections , each with two fully adjustable shelves , having carved edges and raised on bracket feet .

Height

114.5 cm / 45 1/4"

Width

183 cm / 72 "

Depth

31 cm / 12 "

fig 1. A substantial dark oak open bookcase featuring two sections with multiple shelves and carved frieze detailing along the top.
fig 1. Substantial Dark Oak Open Bookcase

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 Dark Oak Bookcase to the 1890s.

Height
114.5cm (45.08")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1124226
Dealers Internal Ref
378077
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
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A substantial dark oak open bookcase featuring two sections with multiple shelves and carved frieze detailing along the top.
Substantial Dark Oak Open Bookcase
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved frieze, Fluted pilasters, Panelled sides
  • SizeH 114.5 cm (45 in) x W 183 cm (72 in) x D 31 cm (12 in)

FAQs

Traditional dark oak bookcases are characterised by robust construction, rich timber tones, and often feature period-inspired carved detailing such as fluting or foliate motifs reflecting historical craftsmanship.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid oak or high-grade oak veneers over secondary timbers, utilising traditional joinery methods such as mortise and tenon joints to ensure structural longevity.

Authenticity is identified by examining the timber grain, tool marks, hand-cut joinery, type of fixings, and the presence of natural patina and oxidisation consistent with age.

Balance the heavy visual weight of dark wood by incorporating neutral-toned walls, carefully curating shelf displays with books facing forward, and adding metallic or ceramic decorative objects for contrast.

Maintain antique oak by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, applying microcrystalline wax periodically, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth.
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