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Antique 20th Century Bookcase on Cupboard in Walnut
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Antique 20th Century Bookcase on Cupboard in Walnut

1900 - 1920
Sold 26 April 2025 · ActFurniture LTD
This “Antique 20th Century Bookcase on Cupboard in Walnut” found a buyer.

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Description

This elegant 20th-century walnut bookcase on cupboard is a beautifully crafted piece of good quality. Resting on a sturdy plinth base, it features a practical and stylish design with a double-door cupboard at the base, offering ample storage space. Inside, a single shelf provides organised storage, while two small drawers above, complete with their original brass handles, add further functionality.

The upper section consists of a glazed bookcase with three adjustable shelves, perfect for displaying books or treasured items. The cupboard doors are beautifully carved, adding a touch of sophistication to the piece. A key is included, ensuring authenticity and charm.

With a stunning grain and rich walnut colour, this bookcase is not only a practical storage solution but also a statement piece of furniture. It comes apart into three sections for ease of transport and is in good overall condition, making it a wonderful addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 3752

Measurements : 92.5cm Width x 43cm Depth x 222cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Walnut Bookcase on Cupboard to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
222cm (87.40")
Width
92.5cm (36.42")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1129777
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-3752
Description
This elegant 20th-century walnut bookcase on cupboard is a beautifully crafted piece of good quality.
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Resting on a sturdy plinth base, it features a practical and stylish design with a double-door cupboard at the base, offering ample storage space.
ActFurniture LTD

Inside, a single shelf provides organised storage, while two small drawers above, complete with their original brass handles, add further functionality.

fig 1. An antique walnut bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with interior shelving, surmounting a base with two drawers and two carved cupboard doors.
fig 1. Antique 20th Century Bookcase on Cupboard in Walnut

The upper section consists of a glazed bookcase with three adjustable shelves, perfect for displaying books or treasured items. The cupboard doors are beautifully carved, adding a touch of sophistication to the piece. A key is included, ensuring authenticity and charm.

fig 2. An antique walnut bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with interior shelving, surmounting a base with two drawers and two carved cupboard doors.
fig 2. Antique 20th Century Bookcase on Cupboard in Walnut

With a stunning grain and rich walnut colour, this bookcase is not only a practical storage solution but also a statement piece of furniture. It comes apart into three sections for ease of transport and is in good overall condition, making it a wonderful addition to any home.

fig 3. An antique walnut bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with interior shelving, surmounting a base with two drawers and two carved cupboard doors.
fig 3. Antique 20th Century Bookcase on Cupboard in Walnut

Product Reference : AF - 3752

Measurements : 92.5cm Width x 43cm Depth x 222cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

fig 4. An antique walnut bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with interior shelving, surmounting a base with two drawers and two carved cupboard doors.
fig 4. Antique 20th Century Bookcase on Cupboard in Walnut

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 5. An antique walnut bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with interior shelving, surmounting a base with two drawers and two carved cupboard doors.
fig 5. Antique 20th Century Bookcase on Cupboard in Walnut

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 6. An antique walnut bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with interior shelving, surmounting a base with two drawers and two carved cupboard doors.
fig 6. Antique 20th Century Bookcase on Cupboard in Walnut

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

fig 7. An antique walnut bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with interior shelving, surmounting a base with two drawers and two carved cupboard doors.
fig 7. Antique 20th Century Bookcase on Cupboard in Walnut

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Walnut Bookcase on Cupboard to the Edwardian era.

Height
222cm (87.40")
Width
92.5cm (36.42")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1129777
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-3752
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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Telephone 07729 298643
Location
Unit 4
Worcester Road
Malvern
Worcestershire
WR6 5JE
United Kingdom
Verified Since Apr 2023
Items For Sale 443
Items Sold 2,250
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Verified Since Apr 2023
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Location: Unit 4, Worcester Road, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR6 5JE, United Kingdom
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Apr 2023
For Sale
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Sold
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An antique walnut bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with interior shelving, surmounting a base with two drawers and two carved cupboard doors.
Antique 20th Century Bookcase On Cupboard In Walnut
Ref: SA1129777
An antique walnut bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with interior shelving, surmounting a base with two drawers and two carved cupboard doors.
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  • ObjectBookcases & Display Cabinets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTraditional
  • MaterialWalnut, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGlazed glass doors, Carved panel doors, Swan neck pediment, Brass drop handles
  • SizeH 222 cm (87 in) x W 92.5 cm (36 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

The bookcase on cupboard, or bureau bookcase, evolved during the late 17th century as a functional piece for storing and displaying growing collections of literature and valuables in private studies and libraries.

These pieces are typically constructed using solid hardwoods and veneers such as walnut, mahogany, or oak, featuring handcrafted joinery like dovetailing in the drawers and hand-blown glass panels in the upper doors.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate construction markers, such as hand-cut dovetail joints, uniform timber shrinkage, original brass hardware, and secondary woods consistent with the stated age.

Pair the rich wood tones with neutral wall colours, minimal decorative accessories, and curated book collections to create a balanced focal point that bridges historical character with contemporary spaces.

Maintain walnut furniture by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, and apply microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish and protect the polished timber surface.
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