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Quality Antique Victorian Mahogany Bookcase

19th century
Sold 9 March 2025 · London City Antiques
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Quality antique Victorian mahogany bookcase having an attractive shaped cornice over a pair of glazed doors with shaped mouldings and turned columns. The doors open to reveal an interior with adjustable shelves. The base has a lovely serpentine shaped mahogany top and one long drawer, two figured mahogany shaped panelled doors flanked by turned columns opening to reveal a fitted interior. It stands on a plinth base and has the original key

An exceptional example in fabulous original condition boasting a superior colour

Dimensions:

Height 220.5 cm (86.81 in)

Width 113.5 cm (46.58 in)

Depth 55.5 cm (21.85 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Bookcase to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
220.5cm (86.81")
Width
113.5cm (44.69")
Depth
55.5cm (21.85")
Reference Numbers
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SA1074978
Dealers Internal Reference
2359
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Quality antique Victorian mahogany bookcase having an attractive shaped cornice over a pair of glazed doors with shaped mouldings and turned columns. The doors open to reveal an interior with adjustable shelves.
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The base has a lovely serpentine shaped mahogany top and one long drawer, two figured mahogany shaped panelled doors flanked by turned columns opening to reveal a fitted interior.
London City Antiques

It stands on a plinth base and has the original key

An exceptional example in fabulous original condition boasting a superior colour

Dimensions:

Height 220.5 cm (86.81 in)

Width 113.5 cm (46.58 in)

Depth 55.5 cm (21.85 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Bookcase to the 1860s.

Height
220.5cm (86.81")
Width
113.5cm (44.69")
Depth
55.5cm (21.85")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1074978
Dealers Internal Ref
2359
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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An upright Victorian mahogany bookcase with glass-panelled upper doors, lower cabinet storage, and turned column pilasters.
Quality Antique Victorian Mahogany Bookcase
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An upright Victorian mahogany bookcase with glass-panelled upper doors, lower cabinet storage, and turned column pilasters.
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  • ObjectBookcases & Display Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGlazed arched doors, Turned column pilasters, Panelled lower doors, Cornice moulding
  • SizeH 220.5 cm (87 in) x W 113.5 cm (45 in) x D 55.5 cm (22 in)

FAQs

Victorian bookcases typically feature dense hardwoods like mahogany, robust proportions, ornate architectural details, and glazed upper doors designed to display fine libraries.

These pieces were crafted primarily from solid timber and veneers such as mahogany, incorporating hand-cut dovetail joints, brass hardware, and hand-blown or cylinder glass panels.

Authenticity is identified through period-correct construction techniques like hand-cut joinery, natural timber ageing, original hardware, and secondary woods consistent with nineteenth-century manufacturing.

Pairing this dark wood furniture with neutral walls, contemporary lighting, and a curated mix of books and decorative objects creates a balanced, sophisticated aesthetic.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying appropriate natural waxes.
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