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A beautiful and increasingly hard-to-find Antique American Quarter Sawn Tiger Oak Open Bookcase, dating to the early 1900s Arts & …
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A beautiful and increasingly hard-to-find Antique American Quarter Sawn Tiger Oak Open Bookcase, dating to the early 1900s Arts & Crafts period.
This elegant narrow bookcase showcases the exceptional materials and craftsmanship that made American oak furniture from this era so desirable. The solid oak frame features striking quarter sawn tiger oak grain, prized for its durability and dramatic natural figuring.
One of the most distinctive elements of this piece is the birdseye maple interior back panel. Birdseye maple was considered a premium decorative wood, valued for its unique pattern of small swirling “eyes.” The warm contrast between the richly grained oak frame and the luminous maple back creates a refined visual depth rarely found in standard oak bookcases.
The design reflects the transitional period between late Victorian furniture and the emerging Mission / Arts & Crafts style, combining classic simplicity with beautiful natural materials. This makes the piece highly versatile in both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Its narrow footprint is especially desirable today, allowing it to fit easily into spaces where larger bookcases would overwhelm the room while still providing practical display and storage.
Perfect for books, pottery, antiques, or decorative objects, this bookcase offers both functional storage and authentic early American character.
Pieces combining quarter sawn tiger oak, birdseye maple, and a compact size are becoming increasingly difficult to find, making this a wonderful opportunity to add a distinctive piece of American furniture history to your home.
Features
• Antique American open bookcase
• Circa 1900
• Solid quarter sawn tiger oak construction
• Beautiful birdseye maple interior back panel
• Three original adjustable shelves
• One additional later-added shelf for added flexibility
• Classic Arts & Crafts / Mission era design
• Narrow footprint ideal for smaller spaces
Approximate Dimensions
Height: 59 1/8 in.
Width: 37 1/4 in.
Depth: 13 1/2 in.
Designer Tip
The slim proportions make this antique bookcase extremely versatile in today’s interiors. It works beautifully as:
• a hallway or entry bookcase
• a display cabinet for pottery or collectibles
• a kitchen shelf for cookbooks and serving pieces
• a bathroom linen or towel shelf
• a compact office or library bookcase
Its vertical design provides elegant storage while adding authentic antique warmth and character to a space.
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- Dimensions
- 37.25ʺW × 13.5ʺD × 59.12ʺH
- Period
- 1900 - 1909
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Maple
- Oak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- This bookcase is in very good antique condition consistent with age and use. The solid oak frame is sturdy and … moreThis bookcase is in very good antique condition consistent with age and use. The solid oak frame is sturdy and structurally sound. At some point in its life the piece was professionally refinished, and the finish presents very well while still retaining the character appropriate for an antique of this age. The bookcase retains its adjustable shelving, including three original shelves and one later-added shelf that provides additional flexibility for display and storage. Minor signs of age such as light surface marks, small scratches, or minor imperfections typical of antique furniture may be present. These are consistent with over a century of use and add to the authentic character of the piece. Overall, the bookcase presents beautifully and remains a highly functional and attractive example of early 20th-century American quarter sawn oak furniture. less
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