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19th Century Carved Oak Double Bookcase
Ruby Antiques
for sale €913     $991
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19th Century Carved Oak Double Bookcase

19th century
For Sale by Ruby Antiques
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Very attractive 19th century carved oak double bookcase, lovely carved stiles giving it an architectural look.Good colour and finish some marks and ware which gives it county house look,the bookcase has four shelves which are fully adjustable. The bookcase is in good sound condition ready to use.The measurements are 36 inches high x 50.5 inches wide x 14.5 inches deep . All measurements are taken from the widest points.

Physical Dimensions
Height
91.4cm (35.98")
Width
128.2cm (50.47")
Depth
36.8cm (14.49")
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Ruby Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Oak Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1193660
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Description
Very attractive 19th century carved oak double bookcase, lovely carved stiles giving it an architectural look.
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Good colour and finish some marks and ware which gives it county house look,the bookcase has four shelves which are fully adjustable.
Ruby Antiques

The bookcase is in good sound condition ready to use.The measurements are 36 inches high x 50.5 inches wide x 14.5 inches deep . All measurements are taken from the widest points.

Height
91.4cm (35.98")
Width
128.2cm (50.47")
Depth
36.8cm (14.49")
Date of Manufacture

Ruby Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Oak Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1193660
Ruby Antiques
Ruby Antiques
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A low 19th-century open double bookcase made of dark stained oak with heavy carved corbels flanking two bays of shelves.
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Ruby Antiques
Telephone 07733 264 767
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Dawes Farm
Taunton Road
Bridgewater
Somerset
TA6 6PS
United Kingdom
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A low 19th-century open double bookcase made of dark stained oak with heavy carved corbels flanking two bays of shelves.
19th Century Carved oak double Bookcase
Ref: SA1193660
A low 19th-century open double bookcase made of dark stained oak with heavy carved corbels flanking two bays of shelves.
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Victorian oak bookcases from the 19th century often draw inspiration from Gothic and Renaissance architectural forms. They typically feature heavy solid oak construction, hand-carved decorative motifs such as corbels or pilasters, and open or glazed shelving bays designed for substantial home libraries.

Primary construction utilised English or European oak, valued for its grain density and durability. Secondary timbers such as pine or mahogany were occasionally used for interior backboards, with iron or brass shelf support mechanisms fitted inside.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved details with minor asymmetrical variations, hand-cut joinery such as mortise and tenon joints, and secondary wood shrinkage consistent with age. Look for genuine surface patina and natural wear around the base and shelf edges.

A low open bookcase functions effectively beneath framed artwork or a large wall mirror. The top surface provides an ideal display area for ceramic vases, table lamps, or decorative brass objects, contrasting dark carved timber with neutral contemporary walls.

Dust the surfaces regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth along the wood grain. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the timber and preserve the historic finish, avoiding silicone-based sprays and direct heat sources.
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