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Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Revolving Bookcase C.1900
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Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Revolving Bookcase C.1900

1900 - 1920
Description

An attractive Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase, circa 1900, the octagonal top beautifully figured and decorated with satinwood crossbanding and fine string inlay.

The revolving bookcase is fitted with open compartments divided by elegant turned spindles, providing convenient access to books from all sides.

Raised on a central turned pedestal with four elegantly swept legs, the bookcase combines decorative appeal with practical storage.

A charming and versatile piece of Edwardian furniture, ideal for a sitting room, study or library.

Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245862
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C3130
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Description
An attractive Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase, circa 1900, the octagonal top beautifully figured and decorated with satinwood crossbanding and fine string inlay.
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The revolving bookcase is fitted with open compartments divided by elegant turned spindles, providing convenient access to books from all sides.
Salisbury Antiques Centre
fig 1. An octagonal Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase table featuring satinwood crossbanding, turned spindle supports, and a splayed tripod base.
fig 1. Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Revolving Bookcase C.1900

Raised on a central turned pedestal with four elegantly swept legs, the bookcase combines decorative appeal with practical storage.

A charming and versatile piece of Edwardian furniture, ideal for a sitting room, study or library.

Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase to the 1900s.

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245862
Dealers Internal Ref
C3130
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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Archive I An octagonal Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase table featuring satinwood crossbanding, turned spindle supports, and a splayed tripod base.

Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Revolving Bookcase C.1900

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An octagonal Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase table featuring satinwood crossbanding, turned spindle supports, and a splayed tripod base.
Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Revolving Bookcase c.1900
Ref: SA1245862
An octagonal Edwardian mahogany revolving bookcase table featuring satinwood crossbanding, turned spindle supports, and a splayed tripod base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsOctagonal top, Satinwood crossbanding, Spindle supports, Splayed legs
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

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Popularised during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, revolving bookcases were designed to provide accessible book storage alongside seating areas in libraries and drawing rooms. Influenced by 18th-century cabinetmaking traditions, Edwardian examples often incorporated refined inlay techniques like satinwood crossbanding and Sheraton Revival detailing.

Cabinetmakers predominantly used solid mahogany, complemented by decorative satinwood crossbanding and boxwood stringing along the perimeter of the tabletop. The central structure features an iron or timber rotation spindle, resting on a pedestal base with curved splayed legs.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-finished joinery, natural patination across timber surfaces, and original brass castors under the base legs. Examining the underside reveals cast-iron rotating mechanisms and hand-cut screws characteristic of turn-of-the-century craftsmanship.

Place the piece as an occasional table beside an armchair or sofa end to create a dedicated reading area. The top surface accommodates table lamps or decorative ceramics while the lower open compartments keep literature organised.

Dust surfaces regularly with a dry, soft lint-free cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish periodically to preserve the timber grain. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity to prevent warping of the veneer and crossbanding.
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