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Large Chippendale Style Breakfront Bookcase
John Howkins Antiques
for sale €2,750     $2,985
£2,350

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Large Chippendale Style Breakfront Bookcase

19th century
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An impressive Chippendale influenced large mahogany breakfront bookcase. The stunning open fret carved cornice having a swan neck pediment terminating in carved rosettes flanking an acanthus carved column with large turned finial and further fret and finials to the sides. Below is a wide open shelf with top and bottom open fret work leading to 4 doors with 13 pane astragal glazing bars with bevel edged glass. The shorter end doors having smaller conforming doors below the centre with an open bookcase with shelf. The whole raised on a breakfront plinth base. This bookcase transports in 5 sections and easily assembled, with working locks and keys. Condition- very good with one or two bumps and bruises associated with age and use. Dimensions:- Height…93.5’’/ 238cm. Width…77.5’’/ 197cm. Depth…17.5’’/ 44cm. Interior shelf depths… 11.5’’/ 29cm. and 10.75’’/ 27.3cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £125.

Physical Dimensions
Height
238cm (93.70")
Width
197cm (77.56")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Chippendale Style Breakfront Bookcase to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1012369
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24204
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An impressive Chippendale influenced large mahogany breakfront bookcase.
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The stunning open fret carved cornice having a swan neck pediment terminating in carved rosettes flanking an acanthus carved column with large turned finial and further fret and finials to the sides.
John Howkins Antiques

Below is a wide open shelf with top and bottom open fret work leading to 4 doors with 13 pane astragal glazing bars with bevel edged glass. The shorter end doors having smaller conforming doors below the centre with an open bookcase with shelf. The whole raised on a breakfront plinth base. This bookcase transports in 5 sections and easily assembled, with working locks and keys. Condition- very good with one or two bumps and bruises associated with age and use. Dimensions:- Height…93.5’’/ 238cm. Width…77.5’’/ 197cm. Depth…17.5’’/ 44cm. Interior shelf depths… 11.5’’/ 29cm. and 10.75’’/ 27.3cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £125.

Height
238cm (93.70")
Width
197cm (77.56")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Chippendale Style Breakfront Bookcase to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1012369
Dealers Internal Ref
24204
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the John Howkins Antiques Profile Page

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Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
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A dark mahogany Chippendale style breakfront bookcase featuring pierced fretwork, swan-neck pediment, and geometric astragal glazed glass doors.
Large Chippendale Style Breakfront Bookcase
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Originating in the 18th century, Chippendale breakfront bookcases feature a projecting central section flanked by recessed wings, often adorned with ornamental fretwork, swan-neck pediments, and geometric astragal glazing bars.

These cabinets are traditionally constructed from rich hardwoods such as mahogany, frequently featuring dovetail joints, brass fittings, and glass panes secured with wooden astragal glazing bars.

Look for hand-carved blind or pierced fretwork, fine geometric glazing, balanced classical proportions, and solid mahogany construction showing natural age marks on internal timber linings.

Integrate a large mahogany breakfront cabinet into a contemporary setting by arranging a mixture of books, modern ceramics, and brass decorative objects to contrast dark wood tones against neutral walls.

Keep the piece positioned away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dust surfaces regularly with a soft dry cloth, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually to nourish the timber finish.
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