Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Revolving Bookcase C1900

This is an exquisite antique Edwardian marquetry inlaid flame mahogany revolving bookcase, attributed to the renowned Victorian retailer and manufacturer Maple & Co., circa 1900 in date.

It is made of mahogany and revolves on a solid cast iron base It has inlaid boxwood lines to the top and bottom, the top with an elaborate shell inlay to the centre as well as crossbanding and inlaid hatching around it.

The best quality Edwardian revolving bookcases had cast iron bases, as this meant that they would be sturdy and not tip when full of books, whereas the lesser versions had simple wooden bases.

The quality and attention to detail throughout is second to none.

Condition:

In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 87 cm x Width 50 cm x Depth 50 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 2 foot, 10 inches x Width 1 foot, 8 inches x Depth 1 foot, 8 inches

Edwardian Period (1900 - 1910)

The Edwardian era saw the beginning of a new century with a new king and a new style of interior design. The heavy, dark, cluttered look of the Victorian era was gone, and in its place, something much lighter and more cheerful.

Some of the most famous designer for this era include:

Thomas Sheraton -furniture

Louis Comfort Tiffany- lighting

Ren Lalique- glassware

Edwardian Style

Our reference: A3428

Internal Ref:

A3428

Date of manufacture : 1900