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Victorian Gothic Revival Oak Open Bookcase
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

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Victorian Gothic Revival Oak Open Bookcase

19th century
Description

A superb Victorian oak open bookcase in the Gothic Revival style, very much in the manner of Pugin. The boldly carved frieze lifts to reveal a hidden storage compartment, a charming and practical period feature. The bookcase offers two bays with eight adjustable shelves, each with ribbed fronts and fabric lining, and is flanked by carved pillars — one concealing an additional set of three hidden shelves. Raised on a stepped plinth and finished in warm, well‑figured oak, this is a striking and versatile piece, ideal for a distinguished book collection or curated display.

Internal reference : SAI3569

Physical Dimensions
Height
153cm (60.24")
Width
182cm (71.65")
Depth
38.5cm (15.16")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Gothic Revival Oak Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1214543
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI3569
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All measurements are done to the widest point .

Please feel free to contact me with any enquiry or for more pictures .

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We can arrange to deliver any where in the world just let us know your destination and we will get a quote for you .

Here at Sinclair's Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best to ensure all our items are described and photographed to show any flaws or damage such as shrinkage splits, losses or lifts to veneer, repairs or marks. However giving the age and the fact that each piece will have had years of polishing to create its own individual character we cannot describe every minor mark separately and therefore recommend you either visit our warehouse or request extra photographs.

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Description
A superb Victorian oak open bookcase in the Gothic Revival style, very much in the manner of Pugin.
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The boldly carved frieze lifts to reveal a hidden storage compartment, a charming and practical period feature.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

The bookcase offers two bays with eight adjustable shelves, each with ribbed fronts and fabric lining, and is flanked by carved pillars — one concealing an additional set of three hidden shelves. Raised on a stepped plinth and finished in warm, well‑figured oak, this is a striking and versatile piece, ideal for a distinguished book collection or curated display.

Internal reference : SAI3569

Height
153cm (60.24")
Width
182cm (71.65")
Depth
38.5cm (15.16")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Gothic Revival Oak Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1214543
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI3569
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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A wide 19th-century Victorian Gothic Revival open oak bookcase featuring detailed floral carvings, moulded pilasters, and twin bays of adjustable wooden shelves.
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Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
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A wide 19th-century Victorian Gothic Revival open oak bookcase featuring detailed floral carvings, moulded pilasters, and twin bays of adjustable wooden shelves.
Victorian Gothic Revival Oak Open Bookcase
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Victorian Gothic Revival furniture is characterised by architectural elements inspired by medieval cathedrals, including pointed arches, intricate wood carvings, tracery, heavy proportions, and dark woods such as solid oak.

19th-century bookcases were predominantly constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, and walnut, often utilising mortise and tenon joinery alongside hand-carved decorative pilasters and friezes.

Authentic Victorian pieces feature period-appropriate construction markers, including hand-sawn backboards, natural aged patina, period shelf adjustment mechanisms, and crisp hand-carved detail work without modern machine repetition.

Balance the visual weight of heavy oak by pairing the bookcase with neutral wall tones, mixing vintage hardback books with contemporary ceramics, and integrating subtle lighting to highlight the intricate wood carvings.

Maintain antique oak by placing it away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the timber.
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