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Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase in Oak
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Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase in Oak

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 April 2025 · ActFurniture LTD
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Description

This antique 20th-century oak open bookcase, crafted by the esteemed "Old Charm" furniture makers, is a stunning piece that perfectly combines practicality with timeless elegance. Constructed to an exceptional standard, it showcases a beautifully carved upper section, adding a touch of sophistication to its classic design.

The bookcase offers generous storage with three fully adjustable shelves, allowing for versatile display options, along with two fixed shelves for additional support. The rich oak grain and deep, warm tones give the piece a striking visual appeal, enhancing its overall character.

Stood on sturdy bracket feet, this bookcase is not only aesthetically pleasing but also solidly built for durability. Every aspect of its craftsmanship, from the finely carved details to its well-preserved finish, highlights its exceptional quality.

In excellent condition, this remarkable bookcase is a wonderful statement piece, ideal for showcasing books, ornaments, or collectibles in any home or office setting.

Product Reference : AF - 3835

Measurements : 99.5cm Width x 34.5cm Depth x 188cm 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 Antique Oak Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
188cm (74.02")
Width
99.5cm (39.17")
Depth
34.5cm (13.58")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1133694
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-3835
Description
This antique 20th-century oak open bookcase, crafted by the esteemed "Old Charm" furniture makers, is a stunning piece that perfectly combines practicality with timeless elegance.
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Constructed to an exceptional standard, it showcases a beautifully carved upper section, adding a touch of sophistication to its classic design.
ActFurniture LTD
fig 1. A tall, dark oak open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and an ornate carved frieze across the top cornice.
fig 1. Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase in Oak

The bookcase offers generous storage with three fully adjustable shelves, allowing for versatile display options, along with two fixed shelves for additional support. The rich oak grain and deep, warm tones give the piece a striking visual appeal, enhancing its overall character.

fig 2. A tall, dark oak open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and an ornate carved frieze across the top cornice.
fig 2. Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase in Oak

Stood on sturdy bracket feet, this bookcase is not only aesthetically pleasing but also solidly built for durability. Every aspect of its craftsmanship, from the finely carved details to its well-preserved finish, highlights its exceptional quality.

fig 3. A tall, dark oak open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and an ornate carved frieze across the top cornice.
fig 3. Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase in Oak

In excellent condition, this remarkable bookcase is a wonderful statement piece, ideal for showcasing books, ornaments, or collectibles in any home or office setting.

Product Reference : AF - 3835

Measurements : 99.5cm Width x 34.5cm Depth x 188cm Height

fig 4. A tall, dark oak open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and an ornate carved frieze across the top cornice.
fig 4. Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase in Oak

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 5. A tall, dark oak open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and an ornate carved frieze across the top cornice.
fig 5. Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase in Oak

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 6. A tall, dark oak open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and an ornate carved frieze across the top cornice.
fig 6. Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase in Oak

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 7. A tall, dark oak open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and an ornate carved frieze across the top cornice.
fig 7. Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase in Oak

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 8. A tall, dark oak open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and an ornate carved frieze across the top cornice.
fig 8. Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase in Oak

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 Antique Oak Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Height
188cm (74.02")
Width
99.5cm (39.17")
Depth
34.5cm (13.58")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1133694
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-3835
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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A tall, dark oak open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and an ornate carved frieze across the top cornice.
Antique 20th Century Carved Open Bookcase In Oak
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A tall, dark oak open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and an ornate carved frieze across the top cornice.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTraditional English
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved frieze, Fluted pilasters, Plinth base, Multiple fixed shelves
  • SizeH 188 cm (74 in) x W 99.5 cm (39 in) x D 34.5 cm (14 in)

Twentieth-century carved oak bookcases frequently draw inspiration from earlier historical periods such as the Jacobean and Elizabethan eras, featuring characteristic heavy timbers, deep grain patination, and hand-carved friezes.

These items are typically constructed from solid quarter-sawn or plain-sawn oak, utilising traditional joinery methods such as mortise and tenon joints, tongue-and-groove backboards, and substantial cornices.

Authentic pieces display period-appropriate construction markers, including hand-planed backboards, genuine age-related timber shrinkage, traditional fixings, and natural wax patination built up over decades of use.

Pairing heavy traditional dark wood with neutral wall colours, contemporary art, and curated book collections creates a balanced interior that grounds the room while maintaining a lighter, updated aesthetic.

Maintain antique oak by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent wood splitting, and nourish the timber periodically with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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