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Carved Oak Cabinet Bookcase

19th century
Sold 4 April 2025 · Georgian Antiques
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Circa 1870. A mid Victorian carved oak cabinet bookcase. The moulded cornice with excellent blind fretwork in the frieze with each section intersected by a carved lion mask head and foliate carving beneath. In the top there are three sections each with adjustable shelves, intersected by pilasters with blind fretwork , the breakfront base has similar fretwork and carved lion heads, four panel doors, each with carved lion heads, all resting on a solid oak enclosed plinth.

242cm High x 240cm Wide x 48cm Deep

£4,250

Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
242cm (95.28")
Width
240cm (94.49")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
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SA919778
Dealers Internal Reference
31451
Description
Circa 1870. A mid Victorian carved oak cabinet bookcase.
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The moulded cornice with excellent blind fretwork in the frieze with each section intersected by a carved lion mask head and foliate carving beneath.
Georgian Antiques

In the top there are three sections each with adjustable shelves, intersected by pilasters with blind fretwork , the breakfront base has similar fretwork and carved lion heads, four panel doors, each with carved lion heads, all resting on a solid oak enclosed plinth.

242cm High x 240cm Wide x 48cm Deep

£4,250

Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Height
242cm (95.28")
Width
240cm (94.49")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA919778
Dealers Internal Ref
31451
Georgian Antiques
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A large dark oak bookcase featuring open shelving above panelled lower cupboards with carved detailing and lion mask motifs.
Carved Oak Cabinet Bookcase
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A large dark oak bookcase featuring open shelving above panelled lower cupboards with carved detailing and lion mask motifs.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleJacobean Revival
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRelief carved friezes, Raised lozenge panels, Carved pilasters, Lion mask corbels
  • SizeH 242 cm (95 in) x W 240 cm (94 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

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This style typically draws inspiration from historical revival movements, featuring deep wood tones, elaborate hand-carved ornamentation, and architectural motifs such as pilasters and friezes.

Authentic pieces are predominantly constructed from solid quarter-sawn oak, utilising traditional joinery techniques such as mortise and tenon joints, tongue and groove backboards, and hand-carved details.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, tool marks on the hand-carving, period-appropriate hardware, and the presence of natural ageing and oxidisation consistent with age.

It serves as a strong anchor piece in a study or living space, balancing stark modern walls with rich texture, or creating a refined, scholarly atmosphere when filled with books and curated objects.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying a quality beeswax to nourish the wood.
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