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Early 20th Century Solid Oak Bookcase
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Early 20th Century Solid Oak Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Description

"A fine early 20th-century solid oak bookcase featuring carved Art Nouveau floral motifs along the side rails and lunettes to the capitals. Two adjustable shelves sit above a fixed base shelf, offering practical storage with decorative flair. The plinth base and careful proportions lend a grounded, balanced presence.

A refined yet functional example of early 20th-century craftsmanship.

Condition Report

Excellent solid condition with light surface marks to the top and general wear consistent with age. All shelves adjust smoothly.

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch."

Physical Dimensions
Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Steven Swann Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Open Bookcase to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231864
Dealers Internal Reference
SA1499
Description
"A fine early 20th-century solid oak bookcase featuring carved Art Nouveau floral motifs along the side rails and lunettes to the capitals.
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Two adjustable shelves sit above a fixed base shelf, offering practical storage with decorative flair.
Steven Swann Antiques

The plinth base and careful proportions lend a grounded, balanced presence.

fig 1. An early 20th-century dark oak open bookcase featuring a carved lunette frieze and three tiers of shelving.
fig 1. Early 20th Century Solid Oak Bookcase

A refined yet functional example of early 20th-century craftsmanship.

Condition Report

Excellent solid condition with light surface marks to the top and general wear consistent with age. All shelves adjust smoothly.

fig 2. An early 20th-century dark oak open bookcase featuring a carved lunette frieze and three tiers of shelving.
fig 2. Early 20th Century Solid Oak Bookcase

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch."

Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Steven Swann Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Open Bookcase to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1231864
Dealers Internal Ref
SA1499
Steven Swann Antiques
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Early 20th Century Solid Oak Bookcase

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Steven Swann Antiques
Telephone 07877 678673
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Southampton
Hampshire
United Kingdom

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An early 20th-century dark oak open bookcase featuring a carved lunette frieze and three tiers of shelving.
Early 20th Century Solid Oak Bookcase
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An early 20th-century dark oak open bookcase featuring a carved lunette frieze and three tiers of shelving.
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FAQs

Jacobean Revival bookcases from the early 20th century incorporate 17th-century decorative elements such as carved lunette friezes, geometric moulding, and heavy oak timber construction into functional domestic furniture.

Pieces from this era typically feature mortise and tenon joinery, solid oak shelf boards, hand-carved detail work on the front face, and cut-out bracket feet or aprons.

Authentic pieces display natural wear to the finish, genuine timber grain variation, traditional joint construction rather than modern screws, and hand-cut or machine-assisted carvings consistent with period manufacturing.

Position the unit against a neutral wall to highlight the dark timber tones, and balance functional book storage with curated ceramic vessels or framed artwork on the top surface.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the timber and maintain the original patina.
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