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Victorian Quarter Oak Open Bookcase
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Victorian Quarter Oak Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 23 December 2025 · Ruby Antiques
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Beautifully made quartered oak open bookcase with two shelves which are fully adjustable. Good size larger than average at 56.5 inches wide.The bookcase has details to the stiles with chamfered corners and lovely flecking in the quartered Oak, good colour good sound condition no wood worm or breaks or splits. The measurements are 56.5 inches wide x 39.5 inches high x 14.25 inches deep,all measurements are taken from the widest points.

Physical Dimensions
Height
100.3cm (39.49")
Width
143.5cm (56.50")
Depth
36.2cm (14.25")
Declaration

Ruby Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1171306
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Description
Beautifully made quartered oak open bookcase with two shelves which are fully adjustable. Good size larger than average at 56.5 inches wide.
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The bookcase has details to the stiles with chamfered corners and lovely flecking in the quartered Oak, good colour good sound condition no wood worm or breaks or splits.
Ruby Antiques

The measurements are 56.5 inches wide x 39.5 inches high x 14.25 inches deep,all measurements are taken from the widest points.

Height
100.3cm (39.49")
Width
143.5cm (56.50")
Depth
36.2cm (14.25")
Date of Manufacture

Ruby Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171306
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Victorian Quarter Oak Open Bookcase

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Telephone 07733 264 767
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Dawes Farm
Taunton Road
Bridgewater
Somerset
TA6 6PS
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rubyantiques
Verified Since Apr 2021
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A low Victorian open bookcase crafted from quarter-sawn oak with horizontal shelving containing various books.
Victorian Quarter Oak Open Bookcase
Ref: SA1171306
A low Victorian open bookcase crafted from quarter-sawn oak with horizontal shelving containing various books.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialQuarter-sawn oak
  • ColourMedium brown
  • MotifsQuarter-sawn oak medullary rays, Moulded cornice, Plinth base, Fixed shelving
  • SizeH 100.3 cm (39 in) x W 143.5 cm (56 in) x D 36.2 cm (14 in)

FAQs

Victorian bookcases often feature robust construction, rich timber grains such as quarter-sawn oak or mahogany, and classical architectural mouldings reflecting the revivals of the period.

Cabinet makers predominantly used native and imported hardwoods, most notably oak, mahogany, walnut, and rosewood, selected for their durability and grain pattern.

Authenticity is assessed by examining construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetails, tool marks, timber shrinkage, period-correct hardware, and the natural ageing of the wood finish.

An antique oak bookcase grounds a modern scheme by introducing organic texture and warmth, pairing effectively with minimalist furniture and neutral colour palettes.

Maintain antique wood by dusting with a dry microfiber cloth, avoiding silicone-based polishes, keeping the piece away from direct sunlight, and applying microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the finish.
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