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Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery
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Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery

1900 - 1920
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique early 20th century Arts & Crafts open bookcase in oak, a charming and well-proportioned piece of good quality, showcasing honest craftsmanship and the simple, practical lines of the period.

It has three open shelves set between square uprights, with a pair of back rails to each tier to keep books in place, and is topped by a wavy shaped gallery back with shaped ends to the sides.

The uprights continue down as four square legs so it stands freely on the floor, and the back uprights are fitted with iron hanging plates so it can also be fixed securely to the wall.

The oak displays a lovely figured grain to the shelves and a warm, rich colour with a mellow patina.

Presented in good condition commensurate with age. A very desirable little oak bookcase of shallow, space-saving proportions, perfect for books, ornaments or plants in a hallway, landing, kitchen or study.

Product Reference : AF - 6938

Measurements : 61cm (24") Width x 16cm (6½") Depth x 76.5cm (30") Height [ 57cm (22½") Worktop Height ]

Shelf Height [ Top ] - 16cm (6½")

Shelf Height [ Bottom ] - 19cm (7½")

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Arts and Crafts Oak Bookcase to the 1920s.

Independent Date Check ID 09717590
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques Date1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 90-115 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1920s:
Slotted screws securing the back slats: early twentieth-century joinery fixings.
Wrought iron plates on the rear uprights: original fittings for wall hanging.
Solid quarter-sawn oak: timber showing natural silvery grain flecks across the shelves.
Shaped crest rail and upright finials: simple Arts and Crafts vernacular design.
Waxed surface with natural darkening in the recesses: decades of handling.

This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76.5cm (30.12")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245370
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6938
Description
Antique early 20th century Arts & Crafts open bookcase in oak, a charming and well-proportioned piece of good quality, showcasing honest craftsmanship and the simple, practical lines of the period.
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It has three open shelves set between square uprights, with a pair of back rails to each tier to keep books in place, and is topped by a wavy shaped gallery back with shaped ends to the sides.
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fig 1. A small Arts and Crafts solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, a slatted back, and a gently curved shaped top gallery.
fig 1. Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery

The uprights continue down as four square legs so it stands freely on the floor, and the back uprights are fitted with iron hanging plates so it can also be fixed securely to the wall.

The oak displays a lovely figured grain to the shelves and a warm, rich colour with a mellow patina.

fig 2. A small Arts and Crafts solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, a slatted back, and a gently curved shaped top gallery.
fig 2. Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery

Presented in good condition commensurate with age. A very desirable little oak bookcase of shallow, space-saving proportions, perfect for books, ornaments or plants in a hallway, landing, kitchen or study.

fig 3. A small Arts and Crafts solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, a slatted back, and a gently curved shaped top gallery.
fig 3. Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery

Product Reference : AF - 6938

Measurements : 61cm (24") Width x 16cm (6½") Depth x 76.5cm (30") Height [ 57cm (22½") Worktop Height ]

Shelf Height [ Top ] - 16cm (6½")

Shelf Height [ Bottom ] - 19cm (7½")

fig 4. A small Arts and Crafts solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, a slatted back, and a gently curved shaped top gallery.
fig 4. Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

fig 5. A small Arts and Crafts solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, a slatted back, and a gently curved shaped top gallery.
fig 5. Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 6. A small Arts and Crafts solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, a slatted back, and a gently curved shaped top gallery.
fig 6. Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

fig 7. A small Arts and Crafts solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, a slatted back, and a gently curved shaped top gallery.
fig 7. Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

fig 8. A small Arts and Crafts solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, a slatted back, and a gently curved shaped top gallery.
fig 8. Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Arts and Crafts Oak Bookcase to the 1920s.

Independent Date Report ID 09717590
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques dating1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 90-115 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1920s:
Slotted screws securing the back slats: early twentieth-century joinery fixings.
Wrought iron plates on the rear uprights: original fittings for wall hanging.
Solid quarter-sawn oak: timber showing natural silvery grain flecks across the shelves.
Shaped crest rail and upright finials: simple Arts and Crafts vernacular design.
Waxed surface with natural darkening in the recesses: decades of handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
76.5cm (30.12")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245370
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6938
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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A small Arts and Crafts solid oak open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves, a slatted back, and a gently curved shaped top gallery.
Antique Small Arts & Crafts Oak Open Bookcase | Shaped Gallery
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsShaped top gallery, Slatted back, Three open shelves, Straight upright supports
  • SizeH 76.5 cm (30 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

This 1920 Arts and Crafts open bookcase is made from solid oak in a medium brown finish with a visible figured grain. The piece consists of three open shelves set between square uprights, a slatted back with back rails on each tier, and a wavy shaped gallery top with shaped ends. The four square uprights continue down to form legs, and iron hanging plates are fitted to the rear supports. It measures 76.5 cm high, 61 cm wide, and 16 cm deep in shallow, space-saving proportions. Practical for holding books, ornaments, or plants, the bookcase fits into a hallway, landing, kitchen, or study. The structure stands freely on the floor or secures to a wall via its hanging plates. The oak surface shows a warm, rich colour with a mellow patina, and the straightforward lines reflect the practical design of the period.

Originating in the late 19th century, Arts and Crafts furniture emphasises handcrafted construction, honest materials, and functional design, often featuring unadorned solid wood, visible joinery, and clean architectural silhouettes.

Solid oak was the predominant wood utilised, prized for its strength and prominent grain pattern, often finished with dark stains or wax polish to highlight the natural timber.

Look for solid oak construction, simple geometric forms, pegged or mortise-and-tenon joints, flat panels, and functional details like shaped crests or galleried tops rather than ornate carvings.

Pair the rich wood tones with neutral wall palettes, layering books horizontally and vertically alongside ceramic vases, framed prints, or trailing indoor plants to create a curated display.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually along the wood grain, avoiding liquid cleaners and direct sunlight to protect the original finish.
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