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English Oak Revolving Bookcase C1900, 3 Tier Country House Scale 109cm
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English Oak Revolving Bookcase C1900, 3 Tier Country House Scale 109cm

1900 - 1920
Sold 30 November 2025 · Gilt and Gesso
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English Oak Revolving Bookcase C1900, 3 Tier Country House Scale 109cm.

A handsome English revolving bookcase of good scale and elegant patina. A 3 tier revolving oak bookcase with 12 compartments and smoothly operating carousel mechanism upon brass castors.

A well constructed bookcase, possibly by Maple and Co., made from quarter sawn English oak, structurally excellent and stable, a 109cm tall example which suggests a large country house or possible school or public library.

Presented in mostly excellent condition, structurally and operationally excellent, please note the brass castors are later but professionally fitted sometime in the 20th century and 1 of the vertical strips is missing, otherwise perfect.

Dimensions

Height 109cm

Top 60cm square

A fine English antique bookcase of both function and form with considerable decorative appeal and a country house aesthetic which can complement a classic or contemporary space.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We operate a weekly delivery service into London and surrounding areas of M25 for only £40, plus any relevant congestion charges, please enquire.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service for only £70, please enquire for Scotland.

Physical Dimensions
Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Antique Oak Revolving Bookcase to the 1900s.

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SA1173671
Description
English Oak Revolving Bookcase C1900, 3 Tier Country House Scale 109cm.

A handsome English revolving bookcase of good scale and elegant patina.

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A 3 tier revolving oak bookcase with 12 compartments and smoothly operating carousel mechanism upon brass castors.
Gilt and Gesso
fig 1. A three-tier antique oak revolving bookcase featuring slatted vertical dividers and a wooden cross base with castors.
fig 1. English Oak Revolving Bookcase C1900, 3 Tier Country House Scale 109cm

A well constructed bookcase, possibly by Maple and Co., made from quarter sawn English oak, structurally excellent and stable, a 109cm tall example which suggests a large country house or possible school or public library.

fig 2. A three-tier antique oak revolving bookcase featuring slatted vertical dividers and a wooden cross base with castors.
fig 2. English Oak Revolving Bookcase C1900, 3 Tier Country House Scale 109cm

Presented in mostly excellent condition, structurally and operationally excellent, please note the brass castors are later but professionally fitted sometime in the 20th century and 1 of the vertical strips is missing, otherwise perfect.

fig 3. A three-tier antique oak revolving bookcase featuring slatted vertical dividers and a wooden cross base with castors.
fig 3. English Oak Revolving Bookcase C1900, 3 Tier Country House Scale 109cm

Dimensions

Height 109cm

Top 60cm square

A fine English antique bookcase of both function and form with considerable decorative appeal and a country house aesthetic which can complement a classic or contemporary space.

fig 4. A three-tier antique oak revolving bookcase featuring slatted vertical dividers and a wooden cross base with castors.
fig 4. English Oak Revolving Bookcase C1900, 3 Tier Country House Scale 109cm

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We operate a weekly delivery service into London and surrounding areas of M25 for only £40, plus any relevant congestion charges, please enquire.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service for only £70, please enquire for Scotland.

Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Antique Oak Revolving Bookcase to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1173671
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Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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A three-tier antique oak revolving bookcase featuring slatted vertical dividers and a wooden cross base with castors.
English Oak Revolving Bookcase C1900, 3 Tier Country House Scale 109cm
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A three-tier antique oak revolving bookcase featuring slatted vertical dividers and a wooden cross base with castors.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsVertical slatted dividers, Cross-shaped wheeled base, Tiered open shelves, Moulded top cornice
  • SizeH 109 cm (43 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

A revolving bookcase is a compact, rotating shelving unit designed to hold books on multiple sides, allowing users to access volumes easily from a single stationary position. Popularised in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these pieces were essential space-saving furniture for studies, libraries, and parlours.

Authentic period revolving bookcases are typically constructed from solid timbers such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, featuring durable mortise and tenon joinery. The base incorporates a concealed metal or wooden ball-bearing pivot mechanism that enables smooth rotation.

Authenticity is identified by examining the timber grain, hand-cut dovetails or traditional joinery, and the weight and patina of the turning mechanism. Older pieces often exhibit natural shrinkage cracks, hand-turned spindles, and signs of age-appropriate wear on the base and shelves.

This versatile piece functions effectively as a freestanding focal point in an office, living room, or study, pairing well with both traditional and contemporary decor. It can be styled with stacked vintage volumes, small sculptures, or botanical elements to create visual interest from all angles.

Preserve the timber by dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth and applying natural beeswax periodically to nourish the wood grain. Avoid placing the furniture in direct sunlight or near heat sources to prevent timber warping and finish degradation.
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