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Description

Victorian Oak Open Bookcase.

This Bookcase Stands Upon a Plinth Base.

Featuring 2 Adjustable Shelves.

The Shelves are Flanked by Uprights Which Feature Barley Twist Turnings and Carved Corbels.

Presented in good condition.

Size:

Height 43" (109cm)

Width 37 1/2" (95cm)

Depth 14" (36cm)

Physical Dimensions

Height

109cm (42.91")

Width

95cm (37.40")

Depth

36cm (14.17")

Declaration

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Open Bookcase to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1145206

Dealers Internal Reference

PP99-16

Dealers Notes

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Appointments Available 7 Days a Week.

We will gladly provide a quote for delivery to any U.K Mainland address and overseas.

We offer a full 14 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your purchase. (all we ask is that you pay the return costs)

We accept payment by debit card, bank transfer or cheque.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information on this item on 01603 629999 or 07771 966124 or 07818 445302

Description

Victorian Oak Open Bookcase.

This Bookcase Stands Upon a Plinth Base.

Featuring 2 Adjustable Shelves.

The Shelves are Flanked by Uprights Which Feature Barley Twist Turnings and Carved Corbels.

Presented in good condition.

Size:

Height 43" (109cm)

Width 37 1/2" (95cm)

Depth 14" (36cm)

Physical Dimensions

Height

109cm (42.91")

Width

95cm (37.40")

Depth

36cm (14.17")

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Open Bookcase to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1145206

Dealers Internal Ref

PP99-16

About the Dealer

Philip Hunt Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

Dealer Profile

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An upright Victorian oak open bookcase featuring three fixed shelves flanked by carved barley twist columns on a plinth base.

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Victorian bookcases often feature robust construction, dark timbers like oak or mahogany, and classical revival motifs such as barley twist columns, dental moulding, and panelled backs reflecting the industrial and historical revival tastes of the 19th century.

Authentic pieces from this period were predominantly built using solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, and walnut, often featuring pine or deal secondary woods for drawer linings and internal backs.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut dovetail joints, flat-head screws with irregular slots, shrinkage cracks in solid timber panels, circular saw marks on secondary woods, and natural patination developed over decades of use.

An antique oak bookcase grounds contemporary spaces by adding warmth and texture. It pairs effectively with neutral walls, minimalist furniture, and curated collections of books and ceramics to create a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Preserve antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking. Dust regularly with a dry cloth and occasionally apply natural beeswax polish to nourish the grain without building up synthetic residues.

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Victorian Oak Open Bookcase

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