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Description

A Victotian walnut seretaire bookcase.

A recent purchase from a local house, its in good order and ready for use,

no damage and clean , glass doors to the top and panel doors to the base.

A nicely fitted secetaire desk.

Circa 1870.7 feet 5 inches tall.

4 feet wide.

18 inches deep.

Declaration

Cavers Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Secretaire Bookcase to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

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SA989438

Description

A Victotian walnut seretaire bookcase.

A recent purchase from a local house, its in good order and ready for use,

no damage and clean , glass doors to the top and panel doors to the base.

A nicely fitted secetaire desk.

Circa 1870.7 feet 5 inches tall.

4 feet wide.

18 inches deep.

Date of Manufacture

Cavers Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Secretaire Bookcase to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA989438

About the Dealer

Cavers Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2020

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An upright Victorian walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper display section, a fold-down writing desk with internal drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors.

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Cavers Antiques

Telephone 07881 750181

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Hawick
Scottish Borders
United Kingdom

By appointment only

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/caversantiques

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ObjectBookcases & Cabinets
Period1920 - 1940
StyleVictorian
MaterialWalnut, Pine, Glass, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsGlazed arched doors, Drop-front writing flap, Internal pigeonholes, Plinth base

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Victorian furniture spans the reign of Queen Victoria (18371901) and is characterised by robust proportions, dark woods like walnut or mahogany, and historical revival influences reflecting industrial era craftsmanship.

These cabinets were typically built using a solid timber frame of pine or oak, veneered with rich hardwoods such as walnut or mahogany, and incorporated hand-cut dovetail joints in the internal drawers.

Authenticity is identified by hand-cut dovetailing, period-appropriate glass with minor imperfections or bubbles, traditional hand-turned screws, and natural timber shrinkage and patination over time.

Pair the dark wood tones with neutral walls and minimalist accessories, using the upper glazed shelves for curated book collections or ceramics while keeping the interior workspace uncluttered.

Maintain antique timber by avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity fluctuations. Apply natural beeswax periodically to nourish the wood and preserve the traditional polish without using silicone-based sprays.