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Carved Oak and Stained Leaded Glass Oak Bookcase
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Carved Oak and Stained Leaded Glass Oak Bookcase

19th century
Sold 3 July 2026 · Georgian Antiques
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Circa 1870. A large Flemish carved oak and stained leaded stained-glass cabinet bookcase, the top surmounted by a carved shaped pediment the frieze with foliate carving on the top and bottom, the three stained glass doors flanked by profusely carved pilasters including faces, lion masks and fruit open to 3 adjustable shelves, the base section with a carved fore-edge and three shaped drawers with three large cupboards below, each with carved scenes, flanked by similar pilasters as the top, beneath is a profusely carved base with a flared plinth which follows the form of the bookcase.

The bookcase comes in three parts.

Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Bookcase to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
172cm (67.72")
Width
185cm (72.83")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
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SA1211972
Dealers Internal Reference
35077
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Circa 1870. A large Flemish carved oak and stained leaded stained-glass cabinet bookcase, the top surmounted by a carved shaped pediment the frieze with foliate carving on the top and bottom, the three stained glass doors flanked by profusely carved pilasters including faces, lion masks and fruit open to 3 adjustable shelves, the base section with a carved fore-edge and three shaped drawers with three large cupboards below, each with carved scenes, flanked by similar pilasters as the top, beneath is a profusely carved base with a flared plinth which follows the form of the bookcase.

The bookcase comes in three parts.

Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Bookcase to the 1870s.

Height
172cm (67.72")
Width
185cm (72.83")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1211972
Dealers Internal Ref
35077
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Archive I A large, dark brown carved oak bookcase featuring three upper glazed doors with coloured leaded glass and three lower panelled cupboards with figurative carvings. SOLD3 JUL 26

Carved Oak and Stained Leaded Glass Oak Bookcase

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A large, dark brown carved oak bookcase featuring three upper glazed doors with coloured leaded glass and three lower panelled cupboards with figurative carvings.
Carved Oak and Stained Leaded Glass Oak Bookcase
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A large, dark brown carved oak bookcase featuring three upper glazed doors with coloured leaded glass and three lower panelled cupboards with figurative carvings.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak, Lead, Glass
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsRelief carvings, Leaded glass panels, Fluted pilasters, Scroll pediment
  • SizeH 172 cm (68 in) x W 185 cm (73 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

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Carved oak bookcases with leaded glass panels gained significant popularity during the Victorian and Edwardian periods, heavily influenced by the Gothic Revival and Arts and Crafts movements. Craftsmen utilised dense local timber and incorporated intricate relief carving alongside geometric or pictorial leaded glass doors to showcase craftsmanship.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid quarter-sawn or plain-sawn oak, joined using traditional mortise and tenon joinery. The doors feature individual panes of mouth-blown or machine-rolled glass held together with lead cames, soldered at the joints, and reinforced internally.

Authenticity can be determined by examining the construction details, such as hand-cut joinery, the presence of old-growth oak grain with distinct medullary rays, uneven or pitted hand-rolled glass, and period-appropriate hardware like iron or brass hinges and locks.

A substantial carved wooden cabinet serves as a strong focal point in a contemporary space by contrasting its dark tones and rich texture against neutral, minimalist walls. It can be balanced with simplified styling on the shelves, combining stacks of books with a small number of curated decorative objects.

Preserve the wood by applying microcrystalline wax periodically while avoiding silicone-based polishes and direct sunlight, which can dry out the timber and fade the finish. The leaded glass should be cleaned carefully with a soft, dry cloth or a minimally damp microfiber cloth to prevent moisture from seeping behind the cames.
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