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Small Late Georgian Mahogany Bookcase
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Small Late Georgian Mahogany Bookcase

18th century
Sold 5 October 2025 · Carse Antiques
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Small size late Georgian light coloured mahogany secretaire bookcase. Original top to the base. The base with 4 long drawers with cock beaded edges, the top one being a fitted secretaire drawers. The drawers are oak lined with brass locks (old replacements) and period oval brass handles (also old replacements). The base stands on bracket feet.

The top section has two doors with nice shape astragals with original glass. Nice shape dentil cornice to the top. Inside has fully adjustable original shelves. The whole piece is in pretty decent condition and is a pleasing light colour.

SIZES; 39 1/2" wide by 23" deep by 40" high (Base)

Top section is 13 1/2" deep. The overall height is 85"

CIRCA; 1830 - 1840

Physical Dimensions
Height
216cm (85.04")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
58.5cm (23.03")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Late Georgian Mahogany Bookcase to the Georgian era.

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SA1094360
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Description
Small size late Georgian light coloured mahogany secretaire bookcase. Original top to the base. The base with 4 long drawers with cock beaded edges, the top one being a fitted secretaire drawers.
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The drawers are oak lined with brass locks (old replacements) and period oval brass handles (also old replacements).
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The base stands on bracket feet.

fig 1. A tall late Georgian mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with arched glazing bars above a base section with four graduated drawers and brass oval handles.
fig 1. Small Late Georgian Mahogany Bookcase

The top section has two doors with nice shape astragals with original glass. Nice shape dentil cornice to the top. Inside has fully adjustable original shelves. The whole piece is in pretty decent condition and is a pleasing light colour.

SIZES; 39 1/2" wide by 23" deep by 40" high (Base)

Top section is 13 1/2" deep. The overall height is 85"

CIRCA; 1830 - 1840

Height
216cm (85.04")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
58.5cm (23.03")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Late Georgian Mahogany Bookcase to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1094360
Carse Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specialists in georgian and earlier furniture

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Carse Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Small Late Georgian Mahogany Bookcase

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A tall late Georgian mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with arched glazing bars above a base section with four graduated drawers and brass oval handles.
Small Late Georgian Mahogany Bookcase
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A tall late Georgian mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with arched glazing bars above a base section with four graduated drawers and brass oval handles.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period18th century
  • StyleLate Georgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGothic arch glazing bars, Brass drop handles, Dentil moulding, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 216 cm (85 in) x W 101 cm (40 in) x D 58.5 cm (23 in)

Late Georgian design, spanning roughly from the late 18th to the early 19th century, is characterised by classical proportions, refined craftsmanship, and a shift towards more restrained ornamentation influenced by neoclassical ideals.

Cabinetmakers during this era predominantly utilised dense hardwoods such as mahogany, often supplemented by secondary woods like oak and pine for drawer linings and internal framing, alongside hand-blown crown glass.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, handmade screws or brass fixings, natural timber shrinkage, and traditional finishing techniques such as shellac polish or wax.

This piece can serve as a focal point in a study or living area, pairing well with neutral walls, contemporary seating, and curated collections of books and objects to create visual contrast.

Maintain the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the finish.
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