What traditional materials and construction methods were used for these bookcases?

These pieces were typically constructed from solid oak or oak veneers over softwood, featuring dovetail joints, brass hardware, and hand-fitted multi-pane glass doors.

What is the proper care and preservation routine for antique oak furniture?

Maintain antique oak by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding extreme humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying a quality beeswax to nourish the timber.

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Early 20th Century Oak Bookcase

Name: Early 20th Century Oak Bookcase
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1176701
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

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Sold 26 November 2025 · Brookside Antiques

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Description

Here we have for sale today this good quality Early 20th Century two door glazed Oak Bookcase.

Dating 1920 ish and all made in solid Oak. Standing on these front bun feet, with polished sides and top, and having two Glazed doors fitted with working lock and key. Interior fitted with three adjustable shelves.

Its been into the polish shop for a clean and polish and looks stunning having this medium oak colour and as lovely polish (please see pictures)

Solid in all its joints with no breaks and no woodworm.

Contact details

Gerard James (available 24 hrs) don’t hesitate to contact, email text or WhatsApp07851385634

WhatsApp 07851385634

Condition details

Unless otherwise stated all item are in excellent condition and ready to use, with all upholstered items been recently upholstered, we can also offer a re-upholstery service, in customers own fabric, or from our wide range of Linwood & Jim Dickens fabrics (samples available)

Viewing details

Available to view at SY13 4HY contact (Gerard) customers are welcome to come and view items of furniture at our premises at Norbury (Shropshire) please note by appointment only, this is due to the items been stored, and we would need to unpack it for display.

Delivery & Collection details

Collection FREE, delivery available England and Wales, we usually deliver for the asking price, for further afield please contact for costing’s, we deliver large items ourselves, with all items packed and wrapped to insure no damage, with years of experience, smaller items will be sent by carrier.

Payment details

Payment methods can be by Bank to Bank transfer, cash, cheque, credit or debit card. All moneys must be cleared before items are delivered or collected. We offer a UK, 7 day full money refund if items are not as described or do not suit your requirements (excluding logistics)

Shipping details

We have sold furniture to international customers, and have had their shippers collect from our workshop. We have also had items shipped abroad door to door all insurance covered, contact for quotes.

Physical Dimensions

Height

118cm (46.46")

Width

85cm (33.46")

Depth

27cm (10.63")

Declaration

Brookside Antiques has dated this Early 20th Century Oak Bookcase to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1176701

Dealers Internal Reference

00995

Dealers Notes

Contact Evenings & Weekends 01270 663204

Brookside Antiques

Dear customers all items of furniture can be viewed at our premises at Norbury in Shropshire SY13 4HY by appointment only, this is due to items being packed away in storage. ( and we would need to unpack them for display, please note this is not a problem, as we welcome viewers/customers)

We are a furniture restoration workshop, busy from day to day doing restoration work for the trade and general public alike.

All items for sale have been restored if restoration is required, unless otherwise stated. Upholstered items will have been re-upholstered, however if the fabric choice is not to taste, we offer a re-upholstery service in customers own fabric, or from our wide range of Linwood and Jim Dickens Fabric ( samples available )

Regards Gerard James

Description

Here we have for sale today this good quality Early 20th Century two door glazed Oak Bookcase.

Dating 1920 ish and all made in solid Oak.

“

Standing on these front bun feet, with polished sides and top, and having two Glazed doors fitted with working lock and key.

Brookside Antiques

Interior fitted with three adjustable shelves.

fig 1. An upright brown oak bookcase featuring two glazed glass doors with multiple wood-framed panes and short turned feet. — fig 1. Early 20th Century Oak Bookcase

Its been into the polish shop for a clean and polish and looks stunning having this medium oak colour and as lovely polish (please see pictures)

Solid in all its joints with no breaks and no woodworm.

Contact details

fig 2. An upright brown oak bookcase featuring two glazed glass doors with multiple wood-framed panes and short turned feet. — fig 2. Early 20th Century Oak Bookcase

Gerard James (available 24 hrs) don’t hesitate to contact, email text or WhatsApp07851385634

WhatsApp 07851385634

Condition details

Unless otherwise stated all item are in excellent condition and ready to use, with all upholstered items been recently upholstered, we can also offer a re-upholstery service, in customers own fabric, or from our wide range of Linwood & Jim Dickens fabrics (samples available)

fig 3. An upright brown oak bookcase featuring two glazed glass doors with multiple wood-framed panes and short turned feet. — fig 3. Early 20th Century Oak Bookcase

Viewing details

Available to view at SY13 4HY contact (Gerard) customers are welcome to come and view items of furniture at our premises at Norbury (Shropshire) please note by appointment only, this is due to the items been stored, and we would need to unpack it for display.

fig 4. An upright brown oak bookcase featuring two glazed glass doors with multiple wood-framed panes and short turned feet. — fig 4. Early 20th Century Oak Bookcase

Delivery & Collection details

Collection FREE, delivery available England and Wales, we usually deliver for the asking price, for further afield please contact for costing’s, we deliver large items ourselves, with all items packed and wrapped to insure no damage, with years of experience, smaller items will be sent by carrier.

fig 5. An upright brown oak bookcase featuring two glazed glass doors with multiple wood-framed panes and short turned feet. — fig 5. Early 20th Century Oak Bookcase

Payment details

Payment methods can be by Bank to Bank transfer, cash, cheque, credit or debit card. All moneys must be cleared before items are delivered or collected. We offer a UK, 7 day full money refund if items are not as described or do not suit your requirements (excluding logistics)

fig 6. An upright brown oak bookcase featuring two glazed glass doors with multiple wood-framed panes and short turned feet. — fig 6. Early 20th Century Oak Bookcase

Shipping details

We have sold furniture to international customers, and have had their shippers collect from our workshop. We have also had items shipped abroad door to door all insurance covered, contact for quotes.

Physical Dimensions

Height

118cm (46.46")

Width

85cm (33.46")

Depth

27cm (10.63")

Date of Manufacture

Brookside Antiques has dated this Early 20th Century Oak Bookcase to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1176701

Dealers Internal Ref

00995

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Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2018

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Edwardian furniture often combined lighter proportions with influences from earlier periods like Sheraton and Chippendale, frequently featuring quarter-sawn oak and subtle carving.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetails, older glass with minor imperfections or bubbles, traditional backboards, and authentic oxidisation on brass fixtures.

Pairing the warm wood tones with neutral walls, minimalist decor, and curated stacks of books creates a balanced contrast between historical craft and modern minimalism.

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