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Late 19th Century Open Bookcase in Oak
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Late 19th Century Open Bookcase in Oak

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · The Old Cinema
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An antique oak display cabinet combining open shelving with enclosed storage below. The upper section is arranged with two shelves against a panelled timber back, framed by slender carved uprights with incised geometric ornament, pendant motifs and moulded capitals.

Physical Dimensions
Height
135cm (53.15")
Width
90.5cm (35.63")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Oak Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1230564
Dealers Internal Reference
49618
Description
An antique oak display cabinet combining open shelving with enclosed storage below.
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The upper section is arranged with two shelves against a panelled timber back, framed by slender carved uprights with incised geometric ornament, pendant motifs and moulded capitals.
The Old Cinema
Height
135cm (53.15")
Width
90.5cm (35.63")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Oak Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1230564
Dealers Internal Ref
49618
The Old Cinema
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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Late 19th Century Open Bookcase in Oak

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Telephone 0208 995 4166
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160 Chiswick High Road
London
W4 1PR
United Kingdom
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A late 19th-century oak open bookcase featuring two upper shelves above a double-door panelled cupboard base on turned bun feet.
Late 19th Century Open Bookcase in Oak
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A late 19th-century oak open bookcase featuring two upper shelves above a double-door panelled cupboard base on turned bun feet.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFielded door panels, Turned bun feet, Carved pilasters, Open tier shelving
  • SizeH 135 cm (53 in) x W 90.5 cm (36 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

This late 19th-century Victorian bookcase is formed of warm brown oak with a polished timber finish, standing 135 cm high, 90.5 cm wide and 30 cm deep. The piece combines an open upper section featuring two adjustable shelves and a panelled timber back with a closed lower cupboard enclosed by two panelled doors, brass hardware, and raised on turned bun feet. Slender carved pilasters frame the open tiers above a moulded waist, while the cupboard doors display fielded panels and minor surface wear consistent with age. Placed in a study or a living room, it offers a combination of display space and hidden storage suitable for holding books, decorative items, and everyday accessories.

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Late 19th-century Victorian bookcases typically feature solid oak construction, combining open upper shelves for literature display with a closed lower cupboard base for concealed storage. This style incorporates architectural influences of the period, such as classical mouldings and carved pilasters.

These pieces were crafted predominantly from solid oak, utilising hand-cut joinery, fielded door panels, and solid tongue-and-groove backing boards. Timbers were traditionally finished with dark stains and wax polishes to highlight the wood grain.

Authentic period examples demonstrate subtle hand-planing marks on back panels, historical timber oxidisation on unfinished surfaces, period-correct brass hardware, and hand-cut dovetail or mortise-and-tenon joints.

An antique oak bookcase can be balanced against neutral walls and contemporary art. Interspersing books with ceramic vessels or sculptural objects on open shelves softens the heavy wood profile within modern rooms.

Position the piece away from direct sunlight and radiator heat to prevent timber shrinkage and movement. Regular dusting with a soft microfiber cloth and periodic applications of clear beeswax will preserve the timber and protective finish.
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