Aspen Furniture “Concepts in Oak” Bookcase, Model OT4830 — Solid Oak

Maker-marked Aspen Furniture two-bay bookcase from the Concepts in Oak line, model OT4830, manufactured and shipped in January 1991. This finely crafted piece exemplifies Aspen’s late 20th-century American woodworking, combining durability and understated design. Constructed from solid oak with oak veneer panels, it features two fully removable and adjustable shelves, a center support divider, and rounded edges that soften its clean, rectilinear form. The medium oak finish enhances the warm natural grain, reflecting Aspen’s multi-step finishing process used across their “Concepts in Oak” series.

Manufacturer Specifications & Details:
Maker: Aspen Furniture
Line: Concepts in Oak
Model / Stock #: OT4830
Date of Manufacture: Order dated 01/08/1991; shipped 01/14/1991
Material: Solid oak frame and trim with oak veneer panels
Finish: Medium oak 
Configuration: Two-bay open bookcase with central divider
Shelves: (2) fully removable and adjustable shelves with pin supports
Edge Profile: Rounded front corners and eased trim for smooth, durable edges
Joinery: Likely dado and dowel construction with glue-bonded corners
Estimated Shelf Load: Approximately 50–70 lbs per shelf 

Condition:
Good overall condition, showing moderate surface wear consistent with age and use. Light scuffs and finish marks are visible, particularly to the back panel and along lower edges. The structure remains solid and stable, with no cracks or instability. Shelves fit securely and adjust freely.

Dimensions:
Overall: 29 ¾” H x 47 ¼” W x 10 ½” D
Shown with Bob Ross figure (6’2”) for scale in photo.