Art Deco Oak Bookcase 1900 - 1920 | Sellingantiques.co.uk

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A tall, narrow dark oak bookcase featuring five open tiers and stepped, shaped side panels.

Art Deco Tall Slim Golden Oak Bookcase.

Ref: SA1197233

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ObjectBookcases
Period1900 - 1920
StyleArt Deco
MaterialOak
ColourDark Brown
MotifsShaped side panels, Arched top crest, Open tier shelving
SizeH 116 cm (46 in) x W 34 cm (13 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

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Art Deco bookcases from the 1920s and 1930s typically feature streamlined profiles, geometric stepped edges, arched or shaped crests, and compact proportions tailored for modern domestic interiors.

These pieces were predominantly constructed using solid oak or oak veneers, utilizing traditional joinery techniques such as dado joints for shelving stability and mortise and tenon framing.

Authentic examples exhibit era-appropriate joinery, original patination, solid timber backing or side panels, and natural wear to the finish rather than modern synthetic coatings.

A tall, narrow bookcase functions well in structural alcoves, narrow hallway spaces, or beside a reading chair, arranged with a combination of books, ceramics, and small framed artwork.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish twice a year along the grain, ensuring the piece is kept away from direct heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage.

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Art Deco Tall Slim Golden Oak Bookcase.