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Substantial Low Oak Revolving Bookcase
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Substantial Low Oak Revolving Bookcase

1920 - 1940
Sold 16 September 2025 · Worboys Antiques
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Description

Substantial low solid oak revolving bookcase with five turned wooden uprights to each side with four sections for books , raised on the original revolving base .

Height

56 cm / 22 "

Width

52.5 cm / 20 "

Depth

52.5 cm / 20 "

Good Condition Repolished

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Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Oak Revolving Bookcase to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
52.5cm (20.67")
Depth
52.5cm (20.67")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1165041
Dealers Internal Reference
378333
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Description
Substantial low solid oak revolving bookcase with five turned wooden uprights to each side with four sections for books , raised on the original revolving base .

Height

56 cm / 22 "

Width

52.5 cm / 20 "

Depth

fig 1. A low, square wooden revolving bookcase made from dark oak with vertical slatted partitions and books shelved inside.
fig 1. Substantial Low Oak Revolving Bookcase

52.5 cm / 20 "

Good Condition Repolished

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store.

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Worboys Antiques
Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Oak Revolving Bookcase to the 1930s.

Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
52.5cm (20.67")
Depth
52.5cm (20.67")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1165041
Dealers Internal Ref
378333
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2005

Established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture.

Dealer Profile

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

Trade Associations

Worboys Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Worboys Antiques

Worboys Antiques
Telephone 01494 931812
Location
86 London End
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire
HP9 2JD
United Kingdom

By appointment.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/wa
Verified Since Jul 2005
Items For Sale 193
Items Sold 6,458
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A low, square wooden revolving bookcase made from dark oak with vertical slatted partitions and books shelved inside.
Substantial Low Oak Revolving Bookcase
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A low, square wooden revolving bookcase made from dark oak with vertical slatted partitions and books shelved inside.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSlatted spindles, Rotating base, Square top
  • SizeH 56 cm (22 in) x W 52.5 cm (21 in) x D 52.5 cm (21 in)

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Revolving bookcases gained popularity during the late 19th century, particularly in the Victorian and Edwardian eras, as a space-saving solution for offices, studies, and drawing rooms to keep reference books within arms reach.

Traditional revolving bookcases were predominantly crafted from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, and walnut, often featuring internal cross-framing for structural stability and a mechanical ball-bearing or caster swivel base.

Authentic period pieces typically feature traditional joinery like dovetailing, heavy timber construction, patinated finish, and older cast-iron or brass revolving mechanisms underneath, as opposed to modern reproduction hardware.

This piece works effectively as a functional side table next to a sofa or armchair, offering both a surface for lighting or objects and accessible storage for books in a study or living area.

Maintain antique oak by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding excessive moisture or humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying a traditional beeswax polish to nourish the timber and preserve the natural grain.
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