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Antique 10ft Regency Flame Mahogany Four Door Breakfront Bookcase 19th C
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Antique 10ft Regency Flame Mahogany Four Door Breakfront Bookcase 19th C

19th century
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Description

A superb late Regency flame mahogany breakfront bookcase, Circa 1830 in date.

The decorative ball mounted cornice sits beautifully above a pair of lancet astragal glazed doors, flanked by further glazed doors, all enclosing adjustable shelves.

The doors are divided by diamond carved quarter columns marked with flower heads, the projecting base is fitted with with four drawers in the frieze, over four panel cupboard doors, each opening to a central shelf and flanked and divided by matching decorative carved corner quarter columns.

The whole is raised on a plinth base.

Complete with working locks and keys.

THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR THE MAHOGANY THIS ITEM IS MADE OF IS SWIETENIA MACROPHYLLA AND THIS TYPE OF MAHOGANY IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION.

Condition:

In excellent original condition having only been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 257 cm x Width 294 cm x Depth 54 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 8 foot, 5 inches x Width 9 foot, 8 inches x Depth 1 foot, 9 inches

Regency Furniture

During the Regency period it was fashionable to copy the classical furniture of the Roman and Greek times. Furniture had stopped evolving in design and had moved back to classical forms. The pioneer designers who represented this period were:

Thomas Hope (1770-1831), George Smith (1804-28), Henry Holland (1745 - 1806)

George IV had a major influence over the furniture makers of the time.

This period saw the introduction of brass to wood from the previous marquetry that had been originally used. The sofa table was also introduced.

The main features of the Regency period furniture were their simplicity, with straight, unbroken surfaces and lines.

Flame Mahogany

Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a beautiful figure and polishes so well that it is an ornament to any room in which it may be placed." Matching his words to his work, Sheraton designed much mahogany furniture. The qualities that impressed Sheraton are particularly evident in a distinctive pattern of wood called "flame mahogany."

The flame figure in the wood is revealed by slicing through the face of the branch at the point where it joins another element of the tree.

Our reference: A4094

Physical Dimensions
Height
257cm (101.18")
Width
294cm (115.75")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Regent Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1097100
Dealers Internal Reference
A4094
Description
A superb late Regency flame mahogany breakfront bookcase, Circa 1830 in date.
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The decorative ball mounted cornice sits beautifully above a pair of lancet astragal glazed doors, flanked by further glazed doors, all enclosing adjustable shelves.
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fig 1. A large 19th-century Regency flame mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed upper doors and four panelled lower cupboards.
fig 1. Antique 10ft Regency Flame Mahogany Four Door Breakfront Bookcase 19th C

The doors are divided by diamond carved quarter columns marked with flower heads, the projecting base is fitted with with four drawers in the frieze, over four panel cupboard doors, each opening to a central shelf and flanked and divided by matching decorative carved corner quarter columns.

fig 2. A large 19th-century Regency flame mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed upper doors and four panelled lower cupboards.
fig 2. Antique 10ft Regency Flame Mahogany Four Door Breakfront Bookcase 19th C

The whole is raised on a plinth base.

Complete with working locks and keys.

THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR THE MAHOGANY THIS ITEM IS MADE OF IS SWIETENIA MACROPHYLLA AND THIS TYPE OF MAHOGANY IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION.

fig 3. A large 19th-century Regency flame mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed upper doors and four panelled lower cupboards.
fig 3. Antique 10ft Regency Flame Mahogany Four Door Breakfront Bookcase 19th C

Condition:

In excellent original condition having only been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 257 cm x Width 294 cm x Depth 54 cm

fig 4. A large 19th-century Regency flame mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed upper doors and four panelled lower cupboards.
fig 4. Antique 10ft Regency Flame Mahogany Four Door Breakfront Bookcase 19th C

Dimensions in inches:

Height 8 foot, 5 inches x Width 9 foot, 8 inches x Depth 1 foot, 9 inches

Regency Furniture

During the Regency period it was fashionable to copy the classical furniture of the Roman and Greek times. Furniture had stopped evolving in design and had moved back to classical forms. The pioneer designers who represented this period were:

fig 5. A large 19th-century Regency flame mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed upper doors and four panelled lower cupboards.
fig 5. Antique 10ft Regency Flame Mahogany Four Door Breakfront Bookcase 19th C

Thomas Hope (1770-1831), George Smith (1804-28), Henry Holland (1745 - 1806)

George IV had a major influence over the furniture makers of the time.

This period saw the introduction of brass to wood from the previous marquetry that had been originally used. The sofa table was also introduced.

fig 6. A large 19th-century Regency flame mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed upper doors and four panelled lower cupboards.
fig 6. Antique 10ft Regency Flame Mahogany Four Door Breakfront Bookcase 19th C

The main features of the Regency period furniture were their simplicity, with straight, unbroken surfaces and lines.

Flame Mahogany

Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a beautiful figure and polishes so well that it is an ornament to any room in which it may be placed." Matching his words to his work, Sheraton designed much mahogany furniture. The qualities that impressed Sheraton are particularly evident in a distinctive pattern of wood called "flame mahogany."

The flame figure in the wood is revealed by slicing through the face of the branch at the point where it joins another element of the tree.

Our reference: A4094

Height
257cm (101.18")
Width
294cm (115.75")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1097100
Dealers Internal Ref
A4094
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Antique 10ft Regency Flame Mahogany Four Door Breakfront Bookcase 19th C
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Regency breakfront bookcases are distinguished by a central section that projects forward from the side wings, classic architectural proportions, and fine timber veneers such as flame mahogany. Popularised in the early 19th century, these large library pieces often feature astragal glazed upper doors and panelled cupboards below.

Authentic 19th-century bookcases were primarily constructed using dense mahogany, often overlaid with flame mahogany veneers chosen for their distinct grain patterns. Secondary timbers included pine or oak for drawer linings and backboards, alongside hand-cut glass panes and solid brass hardware.

Authentic Regency pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, original glass with slight surface variations, and hand-carved astragal glazing bars. Look for natural wear patterns on drawer runners, historical brass locks, and original timber backboards fastened with period-appropriate hardware.

Integrate a large Regency breakfront bookcase into modern spaces by balancing traditional leather-bound books with contemporary ceramics, sculpture, or art glass. Placing the piece in a high-ceilinged room or library creates a defined focal point that bridges classic architecture and modern design.

Preserve flame mahogany by dusting regularly with a soft microfiber cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year. Keep the bookcase away from direct sunlight, radiators, and damp walls to prevent the timber from warping, cracking, or losing its original patination.
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