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Quality Pair of Antique Adjustable Oak Bookcases / Display Shelves C1920 Bowman Brothers, London
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Quality Pair of Antique Adjustable Oak Bookcases / Display Shelves C1920 Bowman Brothers, London

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For Sale by Prior and Willis
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Quality Pair of Antique Adjustable Oak Bookcases / Display Shelving Units c.1920 – Bowman Brothers, London

This quality pair of antique adjustable oak bookcases, dating from around 1920 and bearing the name Bowman Brothers, London, offers an attractive combination of traditional design, practical storage and timeless appeal.

Featuring classic proportions and a lovely aged oak finish, these matching shelving units are both decorative and versatile, making them suitable for a variety of traditional and contemporary interiors.

Designed for freestanding use, they are ideal for displaying books, ornaments, photographs and collectables. Their generous width and practical proportions make them well suited to living rooms, studies, home offices, bedrooms or hallways.

Both bookcases are identical, apart from a variation in the decorative strip beneath the top, which is difficult to spot at first glance. We suspect they are the same model, produced by the same craftsmen, possibly a few years apart.

Features

Quality pair of antique oak bookcases.

Dating from around 1920.

Bowman Brothers, London.

Adjustable shelving.

Classic traditional design.

Suitable for freestanding use.

Solid and sturdy construction.

No loose joints.

No signs of woodworm.

Ideal for books, ornaments, collectables and general storage.

Condition

Presented in good antique condition, both bookcases display attractive age, colour and patina. They have minor historic knocks, marks, wear and other age-related imperfections, as expected with functional antique furniture. Both remain strong, solid and ready for use.

Dimensions (each)

Overall:

Width: 137cm

Depth: 30cm

Height: 121cm

Shelf dimensions:

- 62cm x 21.5cm

Additional Information

Stock Number: 8998

30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK and worldwide door-to-door delivery is available, with every item professionally packed to ensure safe arrival.

A handsome and versatile pair of antique oak bookcases, offering quality craftsmanship, practical storage and enduring decorative appeal.

Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated these Pair Antique Oak Bookcases to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235869
Dealers Internal Reference
8998
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Quality Pair of Antique Adjustable Oak Bookcases / Display Shelving Units c.1920 – Bowman Brothers, London

This quality pair of antique adjustable oak bookcases, dating from around 1920 and bearing the name Bowman Brothers, London, offers an attractive combination of traditional design, practical storage and timeless appeal.

fig 1. A matching pair of dark oak double-bay bookcases featuring fluted vertical trim, adjustable shelving, green pattern-lined interiors, and bracket bases.
fig 1. Quality Pair of Antique Adjustable Oak Bookcases / Display Shelves C1920 Bowman Brothers, London

Featuring classic proportions and a lovely aged oak finish, these matching shelving units are both decorative and versatile, making them suitable for a variety of traditional and contemporary interiors.

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Designed for freestanding use, they are ideal for displaying books, ornaments, photographs and collectables.
Prior and Willis

Their generous width and practical proportions make them well suited to living rooms, studies, home offices, bedrooms or hallways.

fig 2. A matching pair of dark oak double-bay bookcases featuring fluted vertical trim, adjustable shelving, green pattern-lined interiors, and bracket bases.
fig 2. Quality Pair of Antique Adjustable Oak Bookcases / Display Shelves C1920 Bowman Brothers, London

Both bookcases are identical, apart from a variation in the decorative strip beneath the top, which is difficult to spot at first glance. We suspect they are the same model, produced by the same craftsmen, possibly a few years apart.

fig 3. A matching pair of dark oak double-bay bookcases featuring fluted vertical trim, adjustable shelving, green pattern-lined interiors, and bracket bases.
fig 3. Quality Pair of Antique Adjustable Oak Bookcases / Display Shelves C1920 Bowman Brothers, London

Features

Quality pair of antique oak bookcases.

Dating from around 1920.

Bowman Brothers, London.

Adjustable shelving.

Classic traditional design.

Suitable for freestanding use.

Solid and sturdy construction.

fig 4. A matching pair of dark oak double-bay bookcases featuring fluted vertical trim, adjustable shelving, green pattern-lined interiors, and bracket bases.
fig 4. Quality Pair of Antique Adjustable Oak Bookcases / Display Shelves C1920 Bowman Brothers, London

No loose joints.

No signs of woodworm.

Ideal for books, ornaments, collectables and general storage.

Condition

Presented in good antique condition, both bookcases display attractive age, colour and patina. They have minor historic knocks, marks, wear and other age-related imperfections, as expected with functional antique furniture. Both remain strong, solid and ready for use.

fig 5. A matching pair of dark oak double-bay bookcases featuring fluted vertical trim, adjustable shelving, green pattern-lined interiors, and bracket bases.
fig 5. Quality Pair of Antique Adjustable Oak Bookcases / Display Shelves C1920 Bowman Brothers, London

Dimensions (each)

Overall:

Width: 137cm

Depth: 30cm

Height: 121cm

Shelf dimensions:

62cm x 21.5cm

Additional Information

Stock Number: 8998

30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK and worldwide door-to-door delivery is available, with every item professionally packed to ensure safe arrival.

A handsome and versatile pair of antique oak bookcases, offering quality craftsmanship, practical storage and enduring decorative appeal.

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated these Pair Antique Oak Bookcases to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235869
Dealers Internal Ref
8998
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
Dealer Profile

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Archive I A matching pair of dark oak double-bay bookcases featuring fluted vertical trim, adjustable shelving, green pattern-lined interiors, and bracket bases.

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A matching pair of dark oak double-bay bookcases featuring fluted vertical trim, adjustable shelving, green pattern-lined interiors, and bracket bases.
Quality Pair of Antique Adjustable Oak Bookcases / Display Shelves C1920 Bowman Brothers, London
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleJacobean Revival
  • MaterialOak, Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFluted pilasters, Adjustable shelving, Dentil moulding, Patterned back panels

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Bookcases from the 1920s interwar period typically feature solid oak construction, dark wood stains, and simplified classical or Jacobean Revival details such as fluted uprights, dentil mouldings, and adjustable shelves.

Makers during this era utilised solid oak and oak veneers, featuring brass shelf-support studs, panelled timber or fabric-lined backs, and hand-carved architectural mouldings.

Authentic pieces exhibit construction traits like period maker labels, brass shelf pins, original fabric or paper linings, traditional dovetail or mortise-and-tenon joinery, and natural patination across the timber finish.

A pair can be arranged side-by-side to create the effect of a continuous fitted library wall, or used symmetrically on either side of a doorway, fireplace, or alcove to frame architectural features.

Dust timber components regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish annually. Gently vacuum any fabric backing using a soft brush attachment and position the units away from direct heat sources and sunlight.
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