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Large 19th Century Oak Open Bookcase
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Large 19th Century Oak Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 26 January 2026 · Arthur Rawes Antiques
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A large open book case dating to around 1850. The book case is made from solid oak with oak plank back and original leather detail to the front of the shelf fronts, all shelves are also adjustable, the bookcase is in good condition with some age related wear.

Width - 140.5cm

Height - 123cm

Depth - 38cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
123cm (48.43")
Width
140.5cm (55.31")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

Arthur Rawes Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA883948
Description
A large open book case dating to around 1850. The book case is made from solid oak with oak plank back and original leather detail to the front of the shelf fronts, all shelves are also adjustable, the bookcase is in good condition with some age related wear.

Width - 140.5cm

Height - 123cm

Depth - 38cm

Height
123cm (48.43")
Width
140.5cm (55.31")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

Arthur Rawes Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA883948
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Arthur Rawes Antiques

Arthur Rawes Antiques
Telephone 07548 050358
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Unit 4 Willows Lane Garage
Willows lane
Accrington
Lancashire
BB5 3SS
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rawesrec
Verified Since Mar 2022
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Arthur Rawes Antiques
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Location: Unit 4 Willows Lane Garage, Willows lane, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 3SS, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
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A large nineteenth-century oak open bookcase featuring multiple shelves with decorative scalloped wooden trim along the front edges.
Large 19th Century Oak Open Bookcase
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A large nineteenth-century oak open bookcase featuring multiple shelves with decorative scalloped wooden trim along the front edges.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsScalloped shelf trims, Planked backboards, Sidelined pilasters
  • SizeH 123 cm (48 in) x W 140.5 cm (55 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

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Nineteenth-century open bookcases typically feature sturdy timber construction, simple rectangular proportions, and functional open shelving designed for accessible library storage.

These pieces were predominantly constructed from solid oak using traditional joinery techniques such as dovetailed boards, pegged joints, and tongue-and-groove back panelling.

Authenticity is identified by hand-planed surfaces, natural timber shrinkage, historic patina, traditional joinery methods, and period-appropriate hardware or fixings.

An antique wooden bookcase provides rich texture and warmth, serving as a functional focal point when balanced with modern books, ceramics, and minimalist decorative objects.

Preserve antique wood by maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, dusting with a dry lint-free cloth, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax.
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