Victorian Carved Oak Bookcase 19th Century

Name: Superb Victorian Tall 2 Part Carved Oak Glazed Bookcase with Drawers to Lower
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA525150
Price: 1850 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A tall two-part dark oak Victorian bookcase featuring an arched glazed upper door, carved face motifs, and geometric panelled lower drawers.

Superb victorian tall 2 part carved oak glazed bookcase with drawers to lower

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ObjectBookcases
Period19th century
StyleVictorian Renaissance Revival
MaterialOak, Glass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsMask carvings, Arched glazed door, Geometric panelling, Lunette carving
SizeH 239 cm (94 in) x W 84 cm (33 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

This Victorian bookcase stands as a two-part tall dark brown oak piece in the Renaissance Revival style. It measures 239 cm high, 84 cm wide, and 56 cm deep. The upper section contains an arched glazed door framed by intricate carved face motifs and ornate mouldings, while the lower cabinet presents geometric panelling and lunette carving above enclosed storage. The wood displays a rich dark brown polish with visible grain variations, and the structure rests on stepped plinth bases beneath a heavily carved cornice. Adjustable shelves sit inside the glazed cabinet behind the glass door. Such furniture serves well in a living room, study, or hallway to store and display books, ornaments, or collections.

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Victorian Renaissance Revival furniture draws inspiration from sixteenth-century Italian and Northern European designs, characterised by solid oak construction, detailed architectural relief carvings, strapwork, and decorative mask motifs.

These bookcases were typically constructed in two separate sections using solid oak, incorporating hand-cut dovetail joints, floating panels to accommodate natural timber movement, and hand-fitted glass within moulded frames.

Authentic pieces feature signs of hand-planing on unexposed rear surfaces, natural wood shrinkage along drawer bases, period-appropriate iron or brass hardware, and accumulated patination within the recesses of the carving.

Pairing dark carved oak with neutral walls and minimalist modern ceramics creates a balanced visual contrast, allowing the historical texture of the cabinet to act as a focal point without overwhelming the room.

Dust regularly using a soft brush to reach inside carved relief details, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually while avoiding silicone-based sprays and direct heat sources.

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Superb Victorian Tall 2 Part Carved Oak Glazed Bookcase with Drawers to Lower

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