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Unusually Low English Late Victorian Solid Oak Open Bookcase
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Unusually Low English Late Victorian Solid Oak Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · Spinka & Co
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K0669 A highly desirable late Victorian solid oak open bookcase of unusually low proportions, expertly crafted in England during the late 19th century. Retaining its original French polish and patina this dwarf-proportion bookcase features a solid oak top with a refined moulded edge sitting above a shallow frieze. The open fronted interior houses two height adjustable shelves, each finished with a fluted oak edge, all flanked by a pair of fluted uprights adorned with intricately rosette carved decoration, with the entire structure raised on a deep, robust plinth base with a matching moulded edge. With its rare, low-profile silhouette, this versatile piece is ideally suited for placement beneath a low window, behind a sofa, or within a hallway or study.

This antique bookcase has been sympathetically restored, it retains its original finish which has been cleaned, revived and waxed, original mellow colour and soft patina.

All in home ready condition. c1890

H36 3/4" W48" D10 3/4" D8.5"-shelves

H3ft 1" W4ft D10 3/4"

H93.5cm W122cm D27cm D21cm-shelves

Physical Dimensions
Height
93.5cm (36.81")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Declaration

Spinka & Co has dated this Victorian Oak Open Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1231212
Dealers Internal Reference
k0669
Dealers Notes

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We offer FREE shipping on most of our furniture ( within mainland UK – England, Wales and some parts of Scotland)

For areas outside of mainland UK please contact us for a shipping quote.

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All our furniture has been restored in our workshop and is ready to use at home.

If you require any further information please don’t hesitate to contact us on info@spinka.co or 07517940350 (00447517940350 what’s app).

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We aim to deliver within 14 days (UK mainland), and we only use professional courier services.

We also offer global air and sea freight with our trusted shipper.

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We will then arrange a collection and issue a full refund.

The cost of return will be equal to the original delivery cost even when the cost is included (usually between £70-£185) and will be deducted from your refund.

We do not refund the original delivery cost.

The furniture must arrive back to us in the same condition that it left us.

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Description
K0669 A highly desirable late Victorian solid oak open bookcase of unusually low proportions, expertly crafted in England during the late 19th century.
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Retaining its original French polish and patina this dwarf-proportion bookcase features a solid oak top with a refined moulded edge sitting above a shallow frieze.
Spinka & Co

The open fronted interior houses two height adjustable shelves, each finished with a fluted oak edge, all flanked by a pair of fluted uprights adorned with intricately rosette carved decoration, with the entire structure raised on a deep, robust plinth base with a matching moulded edge. With its rare, low-profile silhouette, this versatile piece is ideally suited for placement beneath a low window, behind a sofa, or within a hallway or study.

fig 1. A late Victorian low solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, fluted pilasters, and carved corner rosettes.
fig 1. Unusually Low English Late Victorian Solid Oak Open Bookcase

This antique bookcase has been sympathetically restored, it retains its original finish which has been cleaned, revived and waxed, original mellow colour and soft patina.

All in home ready condition. c1890

H36 3/4" W48" D10 3/4" D8.5"-shelves

H3ft 1" W4ft D10 3/4"

H93.5cm W122cm D27cm D21cm-shelves

Height
93.5cm (36.81")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

Spinka & Co has dated this Victorian Oak Open Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1231212
Dealers Internal Ref
k0669
Spinka & Co
Spinka & Co
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019
Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

Spinka & Co is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A late Victorian low solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, fluted pilasters, and carved corner rosettes.
Unusually Low English Late Victorian Solid Oak Open Bookcase
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFluted pilasters, Carved rosettes, Plinth base, Open shelves
  • SizeH 93.5 cm (37 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 27 cm (11 in)

FAQs

Victorian open bookcases typically feature exposed shelving without glass doors, constructed from rich hardwoods like oak or mahogany, and often incorporate architectural details such as fluted pilasters or carved rosettes.

Cabinetmakers of the late Victorian era predominantly utilised solid English oak, mahogany, or walnut, combining mortise and tenon joinery with solid wood back panels and moulded plinth bases.

Authentic late Victorian pieces display signs of natural timber age, hand-fitted joinery on internal frame elements, original finish patination, and crisp hand-carved decorative motifs rather than modern moulded imitations.

A low open bookcase functions effectively beneath artwork or framed prints, allowing the top surface to display lamps or ceramics while the lower shelves hold curated literature.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish once or twice yearly, avoiding placement near direct heat sources or damp exterior walls to prevent timber movement.
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