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Antique 19th Century Large Fine Quality Mahogany Adjustable Bookcase
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Antique 19th Century Large Fine Quality Mahogany Adjustable Bookcase

19th century
Sold 6 June 2025 · Prior and Willis
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Antique, large, fine-quality 19th Century mahogany adjustable bookcase.

This bookcase exudes lovely quality and is rich in age, charm, and character.

Solid, with no loose joints, it exhibits just a few historic extinct woodworm holes on the back, which have been treated for good measure.

It would look amazing in the right location!

Overall maximum dimensions: 94cmW x 28cmD x 104cmH.

Shelves measure 83cm x 21cm.

In very good antique condition, the piece displays minor historic knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, repairs, and alterations—attributes expected with functional antique furniture.

Stock No. 8467.

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Competitive door-to-door shipping available within the UK and overseas.

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Antique Mahogany Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1045167
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8467
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****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Antique, large, fine-quality 19th Century mahogany adjustable bookcase.

This bookcase exudes lovely quality and is rich in age, charm, and character.

“
Solid, with no loose joints, it exhibits just a few historic extinct woodworm holes on the back, which have been treated for good measure.
Prior and Willis
fig 1. A large nineteenth-century mahogany open bookcase featuring adjustable shelving and a moulded cornice.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Large Fine Quality Mahogany Adjustable Bookcase

It would look amazing in the right location!

Overall maximum dimensions: 94cmW x 28cmD x 104cmH.

Shelves measure 83cm x 21cm.

In very good antique condition, the piece displays minor historic knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, repairs, and alterations—attributes expected with functional antique furniture.

Stock No. 8467.

30-day, no-quibble, money-back guarantee.

Competitive door-to-door shipping available within the UK and overseas.

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Antique Mahogany Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1045167
Dealers Internal Ref
8467
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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Telephone 07866 705199
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Kings Lynn
Norfolk
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jan 2015
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A large nineteenth-century mahogany open bookcase featuring adjustable shelving and a moulded cornice.
Antique 19th Century large fine quality mahogany adjustable bookcase
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsAdjustable ratchet shelving, Moulded cornice, Plinth base, Flat panel pilasters

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Mahogany became the pre-eminent timber for high-end cabinet making throughout the 19th century, prized for its strength, rich grain, and stability. Bookcases evolved during this period from enclosed glazed cabinets to open-fronted designs with adjustable shelving to accommodate growing private library collections.

Authentic period bookcases are constructed using solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary timbers such as pine or oak. Construction features typically include hand-cut dovetail joints, solid timber backs, and adjustable shelf mechanisms such as traditional wooden ratchets or brass shelf studs.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, construction joints, and tool marks. Genuine pieces display period-appropriate joinery like hand-cut dovetails, secondary timbers consistent with the era, natural wax patination, and lack of modern mechanical fixings.

An antique mahogany bookcase provides grounding and architectural presence in contemporary spaces. It pairs effectively with neutral walls, minimalist lighting, and curated collections of books and ceramics to balance traditional warmth with modern simplicity.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting or warping. Cleaning should be restricted to dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and occasional applications of natural beeswax to nourish the finish.
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