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Superb Large Antique Walnut Open Bookcase by Warings
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Superb Large Antique Walnut Open Bookcase by Warings

1900 - 1920
Sold 14 August 2024 · Driscolls Antiques Ltd
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Superb Large Antique Walnut Open Bookcase by Warings

This early 20th Century Large Antique Walnut Open Bookcase is by the renowned maker ‘Warings’ who later became waring and gillows, ca. 1910. This wonderful antique bookcase is of a large size so can store a good book collection and comes with wonderful charm and character. It has a beautifully figured moulded top above six adjustable open shelves and stands on four cabriole legs with shell carvings. The Walnut has aged to a warm rich shade with a striking grain, good patina, is in very good condition and has been beautifully cleaned using a traditional form of bees wax finishing.

Approximate Dimensions are:

Height: 152 cm / 60 inches

Width: 123 cm / 48.5 inches

Depth: 36 cm / 14 inches

Ref No: 08568

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Monday – 10am – 5pm

Tuesday – Closed (We can open via appointment)

Wednesday to Saturday – 10am – 5pm

Sunday – Closed

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We also display lots more antiques on our website antiquesworld.co.uk

Date of Manufacture

Driscolls Antiques Ltd has dated this Walnut Open Bookcase to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA974124
Dealers Internal Reference
08568
Description
Superb Large Antique Walnut Open Bookcase by Warings
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This early 20th Century Large Antique Walnut Open Bookcase is by the renowned maker ‘Warings’ who later became waring and gillows, ca.
Driscolls Antiques Ltd

1910. This wonderful antique bookcase is of a large size so can store a good book collection and comes with wonderful charm and character. It has a beautifully figured moulded top above six adjustable open shelves and stands on four cabriole legs with shell carvings. The Walnut has aged to a warm rich shade with a striking grain, good patina, is in very good condition and has been beautifully cleaned using a traditional form of bees wax finishing.

fig 1. A large antique walnut open bookcase featuring a moulded cornice, central vertical divider, multiple fixed shelves, and short cabriole legs.
fig 1. Superb Large Antique Walnut Open Bookcase by Warings

Approximate Dimensions are:

Height: 152 cm / 60 inches

Width: 123 cm / 48.5 inches

Depth: 36 cm / 14 inches

Ref No: 08568

Please click on antique furniture image for larger photo.

Standard One Man Delivery £75 + VAT within mainland England, Scotland and Wales

fig 2. A large antique walnut open bookcase featuring a moulded cornice, central vertical divider, multiple fixed shelves, and short cabriole legs.
fig 2. Superb Large Antique Walnut Open Bookcase by Warings

Two man assembled delivery – Quote upon Request

Our antiques come with a 28 day money back guarantee, see terms & conditions.

Overseas Insured Door to Door Shipments – Quote upon Request

Driscolls Antiques Ltd (Antiques World) has a huge Antique Furniture warehouse in Clitheroe, Lancashire.

fig 3. A large antique walnut open bookcase featuring a moulded cornice, central vertical divider, multiple fixed shelves, and short cabriole legs.
fig 3. Superb Large Antique Walnut Open Bookcase by Warings

Our opening Times -

Monday – 10am – 5pm

Tuesday – Closed (We can open via appointment)

Wednesday to Saturday – 10am – 5pm

Sunday – Closed

Closed Bank Holidays

We also display lots more antiques on our website antiquesworld.co.uk

Date of Manufacture

Driscolls Antiques Ltd has dated this Walnut Open Bookcase to the 1910s.

Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA974124
Dealers Internal Ref
08568
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2004

High quality british antique furniture

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Driscolls Antiques Ltd

Driscolls Antiques Ltd

Telephone 01200 425 443
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Unit 6
Deanfield Drive
Link 59 Business Park
Clitheroe
Lancashire
BB7 1QJ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/driscollsantiques
Verified Since Jan 2004
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A large antique walnut open bookcase featuring a moulded cornice, central vertical divider, multiple fixed shelves, and short cabriole legs.
Superb Large Antique Walnut Open Bookcase by Warings
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A large antique walnut open bookcase featuring a moulded cornice, central vertical divider, multiple fixed shelves, and short cabriole legs.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Pine, Mixed Hardwoods
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsMoulded cornice, Central vertical divider, Figured walnut veneer, Cabriole legs
  • SizeH 152 cm (60 in) x W 123 cm (48 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

FAQs

Walnut became a favoured timber in British furniture making during the late 17th century and saw a major revival during the Victorian and Edwardian periods, prized for its rich grain patterns and warm hue compared to earlier oak.

These pieces typically feature solid timber frames with decorative burr or figured walnut veneers applied to primary surfaces, assembled using traditional mortise and tenon joints with hand-cut dovetails for shelving supports and drawers.

Authenticity is indicated by timber oxidisation, hand-planed surfaces on the backboards, traditional joinery methods, maker stamps or paper labels, and natural wear consistent with age rather than artificial distressing.

Balance the visual weight of the dark wood by styling shelves with a mix of vertical books, decorative objects, and negative space to maintain a sophisticated aesthetic that bridges traditional and contemporary design.

Maintain antique walnut by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding extreme humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying a microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood and protect the polished finish.
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