Posted 5 years ago
Golgatha
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Some years ago I bought these two bookcases of mahogany with movable shelves at two auctions. My guess would be that they are late Victorian. But if you know more precisely how old they are, then don't hesitate to tell me !
The holes for adjustable shelves are not 19th century.
From what I see, I'd think mid to late 20th century on both bookcases.
scott
According to woodcraft.com was it the early Victorians who invented the metal support pins for adjustable shelves.
Could be golgatha.
I wouldn't think it was done by many companies or makers. It is not something that I have seen in 19th century furniture.
Do they show some photos or reference makers?
scott
I can only recommend reading https://www.woodcraft.com/blog_entries/the-history-of-sawtooth-shelf-systems.
Happy reading.
I would think earlier to mid 20th century. Some of my "antique style" regency bookcases use these pins in them. Glad you got rid of the ugly man photo you first used, however this one is not really any better.
The new photo of me has a better likeness.
The construction on the left one is also more indicative of the 20th century-- where the sides join the base (not sure what holds the pieces together. A photo of the underside may reveal) and the entire construction of the block feet.
Some additional photos would be helpful-- I'd start with the back and bottom.
I still believe it is 20th century.
scott
I can only recommend reading about wood craving tools
https://bestscrollsaw.info/
Interesting no other pictures were posted. Regardless of what you wish to read these appear to have metal sleeves in the holes which would make them more modern. Photo's of the underside and back and the actual pins and holes would serve to show better the age.
Thanks for the comments. Difficult to make useful detail photos. The bookcases are dark and heavy.