24,772  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY 21 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
21 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Sort Order
Items Per Page
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA772246
FOR SALE
£1,800
Email
Save
Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Revolving Bookcase
Judy Fox Antiques
for sale €2,106     $2,286
£1,800
Judy Fox Antiques

Judy Fox Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jun 2018
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    We deal in top quality victorian and edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.
  • Trade Associations
    Judy Fox Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 
Id #SA772246
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Revolving Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Description

An Edwardian Mahogany revolving bookcase. With Satinwood banding and boxwood and ebony stringing. On a metal revolving base and porcelain castors.

English. Circa 1910.

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

Judy Fox Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA772246
Dealers Notes

Judy Fox Antiques has been trading at No.81 Portobello Road since 1971. We deal in top quality Victorian and Edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

The majority of our extensive stock has been sympathetically restored and is, therefore, in showroom condition.

Much of our stock is not listed online so do contact us if you are looking for something in particular.

We have a large international clientele, both private and trade, and export to all parts of the world, contact for any quotes.

Description
An Edwardian Mahogany revolving bookcase. With Satinwood banding and boxwood and ebony stringing. On a metal revolving base and porcelain castors.

English. Circa 1910.

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA772246
Judy Fox Antiques
Judy Fox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2018

We deal in top quality victorian and edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Judy Fox Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Judy Fox Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

PDF SHARE
SAVE
An Edwardian mahogany two-tier revolving bookcase with satinwood crossbanded inlay on the top surface, vertical side slats, and castors on the base.
1 / 6
Archive I An Edwardian mahogany two-tier revolving bookcase with satinwood crossbanded inlay on the top surface, vertical side slats, and castors on the base.

Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Revolving Bookcase

Archive II An Edwardian mahogany two-tier revolving bookcase with satinwood crossbanded inlay on the top surface, vertical side slats, and castors on the base. View II
Archive III An Edwardian mahogany two-tier revolving bookcase with satinwood crossbanded inlay on the top surface, vertical side slats, and castors on the base. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian mahogany two-tier revolving bookcase with satinwood crossbanded inlay on the top surface, vertical side slats, and castors on the base. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian mahogany two-tier revolving bookcase with satinwood crossbanded inlay on the top surface, vertical side slats, and castors on the base. View V
Archive VI An Edwardian mahogany two-tier revolving bookcase with satinwood crossbanded inlay on the top surface, vertical side slats, and castors on the base. View VI
Enlarged Archival View
Telephone 020 7229 8130
Location
81 Portobello Road
London
W11 2QB
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jun 2018
Items For Sale 111
Items Sold 104
Judy Fox Antiques
Judy Fox Antiques
Verified Since Jun 2018
View Dealer Info
Location: 81 Portobello Road, London, W11 2QB, United Kingdom
Verified
Jun 2018
For Sale
111
Sold
104
An Edwardian mahogany two-tier revolving bookcase with satinwood crossbanded inlay on the top surface, vertical side slats, and castors on the base.
EDWARDIAN MAHOGANY AND SATINWOOD REVOLVING BOOKCASE
Ref: SA772246
An Edwardian mahogany two-tier revolving bookcase with satinwood crossbanded inlay on the top surface, vertical side slats, and castors on the base.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Archival Detail
Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.
Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.
Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Edwardian revolving bookcases, produced between 1901 and 1910, combine functional storage with lighter, classical aesthetic proportions. They feature central internal mechanisms enabling full rotation, allowing access to volumes from all four sides.

Mahogany and oak were the primary structural woods, often accented with satinwood or boxwood crossbanding and geometric marquetry. Internal mechanisms utilised central iron or steel spindles supported by metal castors for movement.

Authentic Edwardian examples exhibit precise joinery, original castors, and period-correct inlay techniques such as satinwood banding. Look for natural wear on the rotating mechanism and solid timber slatted sides rather than modern composite materials.

A revolving bookcase functions effectively as an occasional side table beside a reading chair or sofa. Top surfaces accommodate a table lamp or ceramic vessel, while the open lower shelves organise books and periodicals.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and radiator heat sources to prevent timber movement and veneer lifting. Treat the timber periodically with natural beeswax polish and keep the central revolving mechanism free of dust.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories