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Victorian Carved Oak Two Door Bookcase

19th century
Sold 5 July 2025 · James R Millington Antiques
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Victorian carved oak two door bookcase , dating from the 1880s. The bookcase has well carved detail to the top and side s with fruit and lion heads. The bookcase stands on two turned pillars with a platform base, The interior has three book spaces, including two fixed shelves, glass doors with lock and key.

Date of Manufacture

James R Millington Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Oak Bookcase to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
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SA1138722
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Victorian carved oak two door bookcase , dating from the 1880s. The bookcase has well carved detail to the top and side s with fruit and lion heads.
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The bookcase stands on two turned pillars with a platform base, The interior has three book spaces, including two fixed shelves, glass doors with lock and key.
James R Millington Antiques
Date of Manufacture

James R Millington Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Oak Bookcase to the 1880s.

Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Reference Numbers
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SA1138722
James R Millington Antiques
James R Millington Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Dealing in antique, victorian, pre-1940's furniture. Ideal for trade and export.

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James R Millington Antiques

James R Millington Antiques
Telephone 07787 574993
Location
Unit 37
Marsh Mills
Luck lane
Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
HD3 4AB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jrm
Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 126
Items Sold 758
James R Millington Antiques
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Location: Unit 37, Marsh Mills, Luck lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD3 4AB, United Kingdom
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A dark oak Victorian bookcase with glazed double doors, carved corbels, and detailed frieze work.
Victorian carved oak two door bookcase
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A dark oak Victorian bookcase with glazed double doors, carved corbels, and detailed frieze work.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved corbels, Dentil moulding, Glazed panel doors, Turned feet
  • SizeH 142 cm (56 in) x W 123 cm (48 in) x D 37 cm (15 in)

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Victorian bookcases often feature heavy ornamentation, dark timbers like oak or mahogany, and classical revival motifs influenced by Gothic, Renaissance, and Elizabethan styles.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, employing traditional joinery techniques like dovetailing for drawers and mortise and tenon frames.

Authenticity can be verified by examining the hand-cut joinery, the presence of older plate glass with minor imperfections, hand-carved detailing, and natural ageing of the timber.

Pair the dark wood with neutral wall colours, mix in contemporary accessories alongside books, and ensure adequate lighting to highlight the rich grain and carvings.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, dust regularly with a soft cloth, and occasionally apply high-quality beeswax to nourish the finish.
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