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Arts Nouveau Revolving Bookcase
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Arts Nouveau Revolving Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Description

early 20th century Arts Nouveau square revolving bookcase, inlaid with stylised tulip motifs - Probably Liberty & Co. - 18" x18" x 28"h

Date of Manufacture

Church Street Antiques & Interiors has dated this Art Nouveau Revolving Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1076502
Dealers Internal Reference
5595
Description
Early 20th century Arts Nouveau square revolving bookcase, inlaid with stylised tulip motifs - Probably Liberty & Co. - 18" x18" x 28"h
Date of Manufacture

Church Street Antiques & Interiors has dated this Art Nouveau Revolving Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1076502
Dealers Internal Ref
5595
Church Street Antiques & Interiors
Church Street Antiques & Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2011
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An Art Nouveau mahogany revolving bookcase featuring floral marquetry inlay on the side panel and two open tier shelves filled with leather-bound books.
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Archive I An Art Nouveau mahogany revolving bookcase featuring floral marquetry inlay on the side panel and two open tier shelves filled with leather-bound books.

Arts Nouveau Revolving Bookcase

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Church Street Antiques & Interiors

Church Street Antiques & Interiors
Telephone 0161 929 5196
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4/4a Old Market Place
Altrincham
Cheshire
WA14 4NP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/churchstreet
Verified Since Apr 2011
Items For Sale 446
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Church Street Antiques & Interiors
Church Street Antiques & Interiors
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An Art Nouveau mahogany revolving bookcase featuring floral marquetry inlay on the side panel and two open tier shelves filled with leather-bound books.
Arts Nouveau Revolving Bookcase
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An Art Nouveau mahogany revolving bookcase featuring floral marquetry inlay on the side panel and two open tier shelves filled with leather-bound books.
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  • ObjectRevolving Bookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialMahogany, Fruitwood Inlay, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry inlay, Revolving mechanism, Two-tier shelves, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This Edwardian Art Nouveau revolving bookcase provides a practical storage solution for a gentleman's library or beside a sofa in a modern home. Constructed from warm brown mahogany with fruitwood marquetry inlay, the square piece stands on low bracket feet and incorporates a rotating mechanism that grants access to two open tier shelves. The tall side panel displays detailed floral inlay featuring stylised tulip motifs, complemented by simple horizontal mouldings along the top and shelves. Inside the compartments sit two rows of leather-bound volumes with contrasting green and red spines, set against polished wood interiors. Measuring 71 cm high, 46 cm wide, and 46 cm deep, the compact footprint fits neatly into small corners or narrow reading spaces without dominating a room. The timber surfaces show a polished finish that highlights the natural grain, while the sturdy construction supports everyday use for storing paperbacks and hardback novels. Collectors of early 20th century furnishings will find this revolving bookcase a functional addition to traditional or eclectic interiors.

FAQs

Art Nouveau furniture typically incorporates organic shapes, fluid movement, and nature-inspired decorative motifs such as stylised flora, tendrils, and inlaid botanical patterns.

Most turn-of-the-century revolving bookcases were crafted from solid mahogany or oak, featuring central metal rotation mechanisms, mortise and tenon joinery, and fine timber marquetry.

Genuine period pieces display hand-cut joinery, original smooth swivel mechanisms beneath the base, natural wood patination, and genuine timber inlays rather than printed surface graphics.

These compact functional pieces serve well as occasional side tables beside an armchair, offering accessible book storage while introducing warm timber tones to a reading space.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, avoid exposure to direct sunlight or heat radiators, and apply high-grade beeswax sparingly to protect the timber finish and marquetry.
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