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Fine Quality Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Cylinder Bookcase
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£4,850
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Fine Quality Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Cylinder Bookcase

19th century
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Fine quality antique Victorian mahogany inlaid cylinder bookcase having a quality inlaid swan neck pediment above a pair of mahogany inlaid shaped glazed bevelled edge doors opening to reveal three mahogany shelves with satinwood stringing. The satinwood marquetry inlaid sides are fabulous as is the cylinder desk below which boasts stunning satinwood marquetry inlay and original brass knobs opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of three drawers with satinwood stringing and original brass handles, eight pigeon holes, two storage compartments and a pull out writing surface with the original green tooled leather above two mahogany inlaid drawers with original brass handles. It stands fantastic on four elegant mahogany inlaid tapering legs with spade feet.

A superior example displaying the highest quality of design and craftsmanship. A truly special piece in lovely original condition and of very desirable proportions.

206.5 x 89 x 49cm

Date 1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
206.5cm (81.30")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Mahogany Cylinder Bureau Bookcase to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1084000
Dealers Internal Reference
358C
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Description
Fine quality antique Victorian mahogany inlaid cylinder bookcase having a quality inlaid swan neck pediment above a pair of mahogany inlaid shaped glazed bevelled edge doors opening to reveal three mahogany shelves with satinwood stringing. The satinwood marquetry inlaid sides are fabulous as is the cylinder desk below which boasts stunning satinwood marquetry inlay and original brass knobs opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of three drawers with satinwood stringing and original brass handles, eight pigeon holes, two storage compartments and a pull out writing surface with the original green tooled leather above two mahogany inlaid drawers with original brass handles. It stands fantastic on four elegant mahogany inlaid tapering legs with spade feet.

A superior example displaying the highest quality of design and craftsmanship. A truly special piece in lovely original condition and of very desirable proportions.

206.5 x 89 x 49cm

Date 1880

Height
206.5cm (81.30")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Mahogany Cylinder Bureau Bookcase to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1084000
Dealers Internal Ref
358C
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 antique mahogany cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a broken arch swan-neck pediment, twin glazed doors, floral marquetry inlay, and tapered legs.
Fine Quality Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Cylinder Bookcase
Ref: SA1084000
An antique mahogany cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a broken arch swan-neck pediment, twin glazed doors, floral marquetry inlay, and tapered legs.
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A Victorian cylinder bureau bookcase combines an upper glazed display cabinet with a lower writing desk featuring a curved, rotating quarter-cylinder front that slides open to reveal internal drawers and a writing surface.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid mahogany or oak core stock, veneered with figured mahogany, and embellished with satinwood or boxwood marquetry inlays alongside hand-blown glass panels and brass hardware.

Look for hand-cut dovetail joints on internal drawers, evidence of original brass lock mechanisms, smooth sliding operation of the timber cylinder, and natural timber oxidisation on the untreated underside or back panels.

Position this piece as a functional focal point in a home office or living room, styling the upper glazed shelves with curated ceramics or books while keeping the desk section organised for modern work needs.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent veneer cracking or fading, apply a microcrystalline wax polish twice yearly, and dust glass panels with a soft dry cloth.
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