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Victorian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase C.1880
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Victorian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase C.1880

19th century
Sold 2 March 2026 · The Old Cinema
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Description

A late 19th-century revolving bookcase in mahogany. The circular top sits over an open book compartment set with turned gallery spindles, all raised on a baluster pedestal and splayed leg base.

Physical Dimensions
Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Victorian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1190128
Dealers Internal Reference
48692
Description
A late 19th-century revolving bookcase in mahogany.
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The circular top sits over an open book compartment set with turned gallery spindles, all raised on a baluster pedestal and splayed leg base.
The Old Cinema
Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Victorian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1190128
Dealers Internal Ref
48692
The Old Cinema
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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Archive I A round Victorian mahogany revolving bookcase sits on a turned pedestal base with curved legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase C.1880

Archive II A round Victorian mahogany revolving bookcase sits on a turned pedestal base with curved legs. View II
Archive III A round Victorian mahogany revolving bookcase sits on a turned pedestal base with curved legs. View III
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The Old Cinema
Telephone 0208 995 4166
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160 Chiswick High Road
London
W4 1PR
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/theoldcinema
Verified Since Jul 2020
Items For Sale 111
Items Sold 1,555
The Old Cinema
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A round Victorian mahogany revolving bookcase sits on a turned pedestal base with curved legs.
Victorian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase c.1880
Ref: SA1190128
A round Victorian mahogany revolving bookcase sits on a turned pedestal base with curved legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBookcases & Shelving
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsSlender spindles, Turned central pedestal, Splayed cabriole legs, Scalloped shelf edges
  • SizeH 70 cm (28 in) x W 58 cm (23 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

FAQs

Revolving bookcases gained popularity during the Victorian era to efficiently store and access reference books and novels in home libraries and studies.

They were typically crafted from dense hardwoods like mahogany, walnut, or oak, often featuring intricate spindle galleries and smooth-turning internal mechanisms.

Authentic pieces generally display period-appropriate joinery, patination of the wood, and a heavy cast-iron or brass spider mechanism concealed within the base for rotation.

It serves as a functional centrepiece or end table in a study or living room, offering practical storage for curated book collections while adding architectural interest.

Maintain the wood by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and occasionally applying natural beeswax, avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity fluctuations.
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