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Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookstand
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Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookstand

1900 - 1920
For Sale by FB Antiques
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Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookstand, dating from around 1900. Beautifully crafted from solid mahogany, this piece showcases the refined workmanship and tasteful design of the Edwardian period.

Featuring a square top with delicate inlaid detailing and gently serpentine edges, the bookstand exudes classic charm. The central open shelving is divided into two tiers, ideal for storing books, magazines, or collectibles.

Mounted on a smooth revolving base with three elegant cabriole legs ending in original castors, this bookstand offers 360° access to your collection, making it both a practical and decorative addition to any interior.

Perfect for a library, reading nook, or traditional living space, this antique piece blends style and utility in one compact, rotating design.

Dimensions (Approx.):

Height: 79cm

Width: 61cm x Depth 58cm

Condition: Excellent antique condition with minor age-related wear, consistent with its history. Fully functional revolving mechanism.

Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1147629
Dealers Internal Reference
EL12/736
Description
Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookstand, dating from around 1900.
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Beautifully crafted from solid mahogany, this piece showcases the refined workmanship and tasteful design of the Edwardian period.
FB Antiques

Featuring a square top with delicate inlaid detailing and gently serpentine edges, the bookstand exudes classic charm. The central open shelving is divided into two tiers, ideal for storing books, magazines, or collectibles.

fig 1. An Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase featuring two open tiers with vertical slatted sides, inlay detailing, and a quadruped splayed base on castors.
fig 1. Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookstand

Mounted on a smooth revolving base with three elegant cabriole legs ending in original castors, this bookstand offers 360° access to your collection, making it both a practical and decorative addition to any interior.

fig 2. An Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase featuring two open tiers with vertical slatted sides, inlay detailing, and a quadruped splayed base on castors.
fig 2. Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookstand

Perfect for a library, reading nook, or traditional living space, this antique piece blends style and utility in one compact, rotating design.

Dimensions (Approx.):

Height: 79cm

Width: 61cm x Depth 58cm

Condition: Excellent antique condition with minor age-related wear, consistent with its history. Fully functional revolving mechanism.

Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1147629
Dealers Internal Ref
EL12/736
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An Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase featuring two open tiers with vertical slatted sides, inlay detailing, and a quadruped splayed base on castors.
Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookstand
Ref: SA1147629
An Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase featuring two open tiers with vertical slatted sides, inlay detailing, and a quadruped splayed base on castors.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Cast Iron
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsVertical slatted sides, Inlaid satinwood crossbanding, Quadruped splayed legs, Brass castors
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

This Edwardian revolving bookstand dates from around 1900 and exemplifies the refined workmanship of the period. Fashioned from warm brown mahogany, the square top displays inlaid satinwood crossbanding along gently serpentine edges. Two open tiers feature vertical slatted sides, providing full visibility and access to the interior storage compartments. The framework stands on a revolving mechanism above a quadruped splayed base fitted with small metal castors. The unit measures 79 cm high, 61 cm wide, and 58 cm deep. Suitably compact for modern interiors, this bookstand functions effectively at the end of a sofa, in a traditional living space, or inside a quiet reading nook. The rotating design offers practical utility for organising books, magazines, or small collectibles within easy reach. The timber exhibits minor age-related wear consistent with its history while maintaining a smooth and functional revolving action.

FAQs

An Edwardian revolving bookcase is a freestanding, multi-tiered storage unit produced during the early 20th century, mounted on a central swivel mechanism to allow access to books from four open sides.

These pieces were typically constructed from mahogany, oak, or walnut, often featuring satinwood inlay, vertical slatted side supports, and an internal cast-iron rotating mechanism.

Authentic pieces exhibit early cast-iron swivel mechanisms beneath the base, period-correct brass castors, hand-finished joinery, and natural age patination across the timber surfaces.

It serves as a functional end table beside an armchair or sofa, providing surface space for lamps while storing literature within easy reach.

Routine maintenance requires dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and annual application of beeswax along the wood grain, while keeping the central mechanism free of debris.
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