Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Open Bookcase to the 1930s.
Item: Oak bookcase
Circa: 1930
Period: Early-Mid 20th Century
Provenance: England, UK
“Old Charm” Wood Bros. inspired design
Wood: Solid Oak
In the style of Tudor / Elizabethan period
Width: 84cm / 33” / 2ft 9”
Null carved frieze
Open two shelf design
Closed two-cupboard door section below
Original working door closures and knobs
Lozenge carved inset door panels
Block moulded plinth base
Fantastic rich colour & patination
Original condition
Excellent solid quality
Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
14-day free UK returns policy
Description:
This is a good quality vintage English 16th century style oak bookcase, in the style of “Old Charm” furniture, with two open shelves and a two-door cupboard base, circa 1930, in excellent original condition. This open bookcase design is influenced by 16th century Tudor / Elizabethan carvings.
This English bookcase features two open shelves (the shelf heights are fixed but the central shelf can be removed if required). Below, is a useful storage or cupboard area, comprising two inset panel doors, decorated with lozenge shaped etchings, interspersed by a central reeded stile. The cupboard is deal for storing paperwork or other objects. The doors retain the original hinges and knobs, including the door closure latches. The 16th century style oak bookcase stands on its original block moulded feet and retains its original backboards and floorboards.
This Old Charm bookcase boasts a lovely period oak colour. The oak bookcase has been cleaned and wax polished, by hand, to a professional standard in our workshop. Therefore, the colour and patination are of an excellent standard, along with age and years of care and cleaning it has received.
This 16th century style oak bookcase would look superb in a variety of rooms, especially the office, library or living room. It would certainly grace any home and is a great investment, as it is extremely functional.
Condition Report:
Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, but nothing significant, considering the age of the item. This Tudor style oak bookshelf boasts a lovely period oak colour. The oak bookcase has been cleaned and wax polished, by hand, to a professional standard in our workshop. Therefore, the colour and patination are of an excellent standard, along with age and years of care and cleaning it has received. All parts are intact, with no missing sections are carvings. The cupboard section below retains its original hinges, door knobs and latches. The Tudor style oak bookcase stands on its original block feet and retains its original backboards. The item is solid in joint and ready to use.
Price:
The price for this item is £595, which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and 14-day free UK returns.
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling).
14-Day Free UK Returns & Refunds:
A 14-day free “no quibble” UK returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee).
International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 45 years.
Ref. 116190
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Open Bookcase to the 1930s.
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Vintage English 16th Century Style Tudor / Elizabethan Oak Open 3ft Bookcase Cupboard (Circa 1930)
