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Victoria Oak Barley Twist Bookcase
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
for sale €8,775     $9,525
£7,500
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

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Victoria Oak Barley Twist Bookcase

19th century
Description

Magnificent bookcase in solid oak with gorgeous barley twist columns and impressive finials. Six glazed doors open to reveal shelves that are all removable and or height adjustable and have original leather dust covers. The base section having decorative carvings and diamond shaped field panels is fitted with a similar adjustable shelved interior. It is of superb quality and has been cleaned, waxed and polished from top to bottom. It's generous proportions means you can comfortably fit an entire at home library in this piece.

Internal Reference: SAI2427

Physical Dimensions
Height
269cm (105.91")
Width
252cm (99.21")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Oak Glazed Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA838074
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SAI2427
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All measurements are done to the widest point .

Please feel free to contact me with any enquiry or for more pictures .

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Here at Sinclair's Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best to ensure all our items are described and photographed to show any flaws or damage such as shrinkage splits, losses or lifts to veneer, repairs or marks. However giving the age and the fact that each piece will have had years of polishing to create its own individual character we cannot describe every minor mark separately and therefore recommend you either visit our warehouse or request extra photographs.

We offer a 7 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with any of your items purchased from us however cannot refund the return shipping cost.

If you are not sure please do not purchase without contacting us.

Description
Magnificent bookcase in solid oak with gorgeous barley twist columns and impressive finials.
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Six glazed doors open to reveal shelves that are all removable and or height adjustable and have original leather dust covers.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

The base section having decorative carvings and diamond shaped field panels is fitted with a similar adjustable shelved interior. It is of superb quality and has been cleaned, waxed and polished from top to bottom. It's generous proportions means you can comfortably fit an entire at home library in this piece.

Internal Reference: SAI2427

Height
269cm (105.91")
Width
252cm (99.21")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Oak Glazed Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA838074
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI2427
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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A large Victorian oak bookcase featuring glazed upper doors flanked by barley twist columns with turned finials above carved diamond panel doors.
Victoria Oak Barley Twist Bookcase
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Victorian barley twist bookcases are defined by spiralled, lathe-turned columns known as Solomonic pillars framing the cabinet structure. Emerging during the Jacobean Revival movement of the mid-to-late nineteenth century, these pieces combine traditional architectural elements with glazed upper display sections.

These bookcases were primarily constructed from solid European oak and oak veneers, featuring hand-carved decorative motifs, hand-cut dovetail joints, and hand-blown glass panes. Secondary timbers such as pine or mahogany were frequently used for internal drawer linings and backboards.

Authentic nineteenth-century pieces feature hand-turned architectural elements, original iron or brass lock mechanisms, and subtle irregularities in the carved details. The interior surfaces typically display historical patina, age-appropriate shrinkage, and period timber grain patterns.

A substantial carved oak bookcase serves as an architectural anchor in a room, contrasting well against modern painted walls or minimalist architecture. Interior designers style the shelves with structured groupings of bound books alongside sculptural ceramics and brass objects to balance the Visual weight of dark timber.

Maintain the timber finish by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year in the direction of the grain. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage or cracking.
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