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Large Edwardian Walnut Astragal Glazed Four-door Bookcase, S & H Jewell, C.1900
Salisbury Antiques Centre
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Large Edwardian Walnut Astragal Glazed Four-door Bookcase, S & H Jewell, C.1900

1900 - 1920
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A large Edwardian walnut astragal glazed four-door bookcase, dating from circa 1900 and bearing the original retailer’s label for S. & H. Jewell, 131–2 High Holborn, London.

The bookcase features four glazed doors with elegant astragal glazing bars, opening to reveal a spacious interior fitted with adjustable shelves, ideal for the display of books, china, or decorative objects. The well-figured walnut exterior is complemented by a carved lattice frieze to the top and stands on a plinth base.

An impressive and highly practical antique bookcase, suitable for a library, dining room, or traditional interior, offering excellent storage and display potential.

Physical Dimensions
Height
138cm (54.33")
Width
246cm (96.85")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Edwardian Walnut Glazed Bookcase to the 1900s.

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SA1192901
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C2705
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Description
A large Edwardian walnut astragal glazed four-door bookcase, dating from circa 1900 and bearing the original retailer’s label for S. & H. Jewell, 131–2 High Holborn, London.

The bookcase features four glazed doors with elegant astragal glazing bars, opening to reveal a spacious interior fitted with adjustable shelves, ideal for the display of books, china, or decorative objects.

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The well-figured walnut exterior is complemented by a carved lattice frieze to the top and stands on a plinth base.
Salisbury Antiques Centre

An impressive and highly practical antique bookcase, suitable for a library, dining room, or traditional interior, offering excellent storage and display potential.

Height
138cm (54.33")
Width
246cm (96.85")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Edwardian Walnut Glazed Bookcase to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1192901
Dealers Internal Ref
C2705
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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Archive I A large Edwardian walnut four-door bookcase featuring geometric astragal glazed glass doors, carved lattice frieze detailing, and a solid plinth base.

Large Edwardian Walnut Astragal Glazed Four-Door Bookcase, S & H Jewell, c.1900

Archive II A large Edwardian walnut four-door bookcase featuring geometric astragal glazed glass doors, carved lattice frieze detailing, and a solid plinth base. View II
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A large Edwardian walnut four-door bookcase featuring geometric astragal glazed glass doors, carved lattice frieze detailing, and a solid plinth base.
Large Edwardian Walnut Astragal Glazed Four-Door Bookcase, S & H Jewell, c.1900
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A large Edwardian walnut four-door bookcase featuring geometric astragal glazed glass doors, carved lattice frieze detailing, and a solid plinth base.
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Edwardian furniture from the early 20th century often draws upon 18th-century classical revivals, incorporating geometric wooden glazing bars known as astragals over glass cabinet doors. These pieces emphasize lighter proportions, clean symmetry, and high-quality timber veneers such as walnut and mahogany.

Cabinetmakers during the Edwardian era predominantly utilized solid walnut, mahogany, or oak frame construction, paired with glass panes, brass door fitments, and soft timber drawer linings. Finish coats typically consisted of shellac French polish or natural beeswax to enhance wood grain structure.

Authentic Edwardian furniture often features stamped maker names or brass trade plaques from established London cabinetmakers on door edges or drawer rims. Structural indicators include hand-cut dovetail joints, solid timber back panels, original leaded or astragal glazing, and genuine period lock plates.

A large walnut glazed bookcase functions well as a focal piece against neutral or deeply toned walls in a study or dining area. It can be dressed with curated collections of hardback books, ceramics, and glassware to balance substantial wood proportions with open, textured displays.

Maintain walnut timber by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice per year to preserve moisture levels. Avoid placing the unit near direct heat sources or prolonged direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and veneer bleaching.
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