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Antique Mahogany Revolving Bookcase C.1900s
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Antique Mahogany Revolving Bookcase C.1900s

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 January 2026 · The Old Cinema
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An antique mahogany revolving bookcase dating to around 1900, featuring a square top with gentle serpentine edges and pierced panel supports. The open sides incorporate Gothic-inspired cut-outs. Mounted on a rotating base with castors, it provides tiered storage for books or display items. Crafted in solid timber with visible screw fixings and neatly chamfered uprights, this compact piece suits a study, sitting room, or reading corner.

Physical Dimensions
Height
84.5cm (33.27")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Revolving Bookcase to the 1900s.

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SA1175600
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47811
Description
An antique mahogany revolving bookcase dating to around 1900, featuring a square top with gentle serpentine edges and pierced panel supports. The open sides incorporate Gothic-inspired cut-outs. Mounted on a rotating base with castors, it provides tiered storage for books or display items.
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Crafted in solid timber with visible screw fixings and neatly chamfered uprights, this compact piece suits a study, sitting room, or reading corner.
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Height
84.5cm (33.27")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Revolving Bookcase to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1175600
Dealers Internal Ref
47811
The Old Cinema
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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Archive I A dark brown wooden revolving bookcase with slat-sided shelves and decorative cut-out panels stands on a cruciform base with castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Mahogany Revolving Bookcase C.1900s

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The Old Cinema
Telephone 0208 995 4166
Location
160 Chiswick High Road
London
W4 1PR
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/theoldcinema
Verified Since Jul 2020
Items For Sale 111
Items Sold 1,555
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A dark brown wooden revolving bookcase with slat-sided shelves and decorative cut-out panels stands on a cruciform base with castors.
Antique Mahogany Revolving Bookcase c.1900s
Ref: SA1175600
A dark brown wooden revolving bookcase with slat-sided shelves and decorative cut-out panels stands on a cruciform base with castors.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSlat-sided panels, Fretwork cut-outs, Rotating pivot mechanism, Cross base with castors
  • SizeH 84.5 cm (33 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

Revolving bookcases became popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, designed to provide easy access to reference books and novels in home libraries and studies.

Traditional pieces were typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany, oak, or walnut, featuring mortise and tenon joinery and often incorporating ball bearing or spindle pivot mechanisms for rotation.

Authentic pieces usually show hand-cut dovetailing, traditional timber shrinkage, period-appropriate hardware, and genuine wear patterns on the internal pivot mechanism rather than modern pressed board or synthetic finishes.

This piece works effectively as a functional accent piece in a study or living room, styled with a curated collection of books, small sculptures, or framed photographs to blend historic character with contemporary spaces.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources to prevent cracking, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying quality beeswax to nourish the finish.
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