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Elaborately Carved Victorian Solid Oak Green Man Bookcase
Mersham Manor Antiques
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Elaborately Carved Victorian Solid Oak Green Man Bookcase

19th century
Description

-Welcome to Mersham Manor Antiques-

A profusely carved solid oak Victorian bookcase of outstanding quality.

C1890.

A superb example of this type of furniture, which was very popular in the latter part of the 19th century, particularly the "Green Man" carved motif, which features in the middle of the solid oak constructed drawer, at the top of the bookcase.

The carvings throughout the bookcase show excellent craftsmanship, particularly to the sides which are carved in very bold high relief, the carvings really do jump out at you. Featuring fruits, leaves, scrolls, and lions heads flanking the drawer at the top.

The bookcase has three shelves, including the bottom.

In excellent antique condition, some minor marks to the top, shown in the pictures.

Very solid sturdy and strong.

Cleaned and waxed in our workshop.

The dimensions are.

Height-120cm.

Width-143.5cm.

Depth-43cm.

Depth of shelves-

Two top shelves-32cm

Base Shelf-34cm

VIEWING.

Viewings are available at our showroom in Kent, please contact us to make an appointment-thanks.

DELIVERY.

If courier delivery is required we are happy to give you a quote.

COLLECTION.

Collections in person are very welcome, we are happy to assist with loading.

Physical Dimensions
Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
143.5cm (56.50")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Mersham Manor Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Green Man Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191643
Description
-Welcome to Mersham Manor Antiques-

A profusely carved solid oak Victorian bookcase of outstanding quality.

C1890.

A superb example of this type of furniture, which was very popular in the latter part of the 19th century, particularly the "Green Man" carved motif, which features in the middle of the solid oak constructed drawer, at the top of the bookcase.

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The carvings throughout the bookcase show excellent craftsmanship, particularly to the sides which are carved in very bold high relief, the carvings really do jump out at you.
Mersham Manor Antiques

Featuring fruits, leaves, scrolls, and lions heads flanking the drawer at the top.

fig 1. A low solid oak open bookcase decorated with hand-carved Green Man motifs, foliate pilasters, three shelves with scalloped edges, and a plinth base.
fig 1. Elaborately Carved Victorian Solid Oak Green Man Bookcase

The bookcase has three shelves, including the bottom.

In excellent antique condition, some minor marks to the top, shown in the pictures.

Very solid sturdy and strong.

Cleaned and waxed in our workshop.

The dimensions are.

fig 2. A low solid oak open bookcase decorated with hand-carved Green Man motifs, foliate pilasters, three shelves with scalloped edges, and a plinth base.
fig 2. Elaborately Carved Victorian Solid Oak Green Man Bookcase

Height-120cm.

Width-143.5cm.

Depth-43cm.

Depth of shelves-

Two top shelves-32cm

Base Shelf-34cm

VIEWING.

Viewings are available at our showroom in Kent, please contact us to make an appointment-thanks.

DELIVERY.

If courier delivery is required we are happy to give you a quote.

COLLECTION.

Collections in person are very welcome, we are happy to assist with loading.

Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
143.5cm (56.50")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Mersham Manor Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Green Man Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191643
Mersham Manor Antiques
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Archive I A low solid oak open bookcase decorated with hand-carved Green Man motifs, foliate pilasters, three shelves with scalloped edges, and a plinth base.

Elaborately Carved Victorian Solid Oak Green Man Bookcase

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A low solid oak open bookcase decorated with hand-carved Green Man motifs, foliate pilasters, three shelves with scalloped edges, and a plinth base.
Elaborately Carved Victorian Solid Oak Green Man Bookcase
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Originating in the late 19th century as part of the Renaissance Revival movement, Green Man furniture features stylized foliate masks carved into solid timber, representing folklore and architectural traditions.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid English or European oak using mortise and tenon joinery, featuring hand-carved friezes, detailed pilasters, and fixed or adjustable internal shelving.

Authentic period examples demonstrate hand-executed carving with slight natural variations, deep patination within carved recesses, substantial timber weight, and historical joinery techniques.

Position the low-profile bookcase against a plain neutral wall to highlight the carved relief, balancing the dark timber with contemporary ceramics, brass lighting, or minimalist artwork.

Dust surfaces regularly with a dry cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish annually to nourish the wood, keeping the furniture away from radiators to prevent timber shrinkage or splitting.
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