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Early 19th Century George III English Mahogany Bookcase
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Early 19th Century George III English Mahogany Bookcase

19th century
Sold 4 April 2025 · Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
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A George III English Mahogany Hepplewhite Bookcase of Small Proportions, with Gothic Glazing Bars. Circa 1800.

A small well-proportioned bookcase with a low waist, inlaid cupboard doors in the base section and fine colour. Having excellent astragal glazing bars in the upper section of pronounced gothic influence.

The lower section consists of a cupboard and the doors are decorated with two ovals of highly figured curly mahogany, their frames set with straighter grained flamed mahogany laid at an angle. The same technique is also used on the centre of the glazed doors in the top section, resulting in a herringbone effect of veneers where the doors meet. The surface throughout has attained a lovely colour and patination. Standing on splayed feet connected by a serpentine apron. Balanced and light in its design it is wonderfully proportioned.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this George III Mahogany Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
230cm (90.55")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
49.5cm (19.49")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1100057
Dealers Internal Reference
3562
Description
A George III English Mahogany Hepplewhite Bookcase of Small Proportions, with Gothic Glazing Bars. Circa 1800.
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A small well-proportioned bookcase with a low waist, inlaid cupboard doors in the base section and fine colour.
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

Having excellent astragal glazing bars in the upper section of pronounced gothic influence.

fig 1. An early 19th-century George III mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with gothic arched tracery above panelled lower cabinet doors.
fig 1. Early 19th Century George III English Mahogany Bookcase

The lower section consists of a cupboard and the doors are decorated with two ovals of highly figured curly mahogany, their frames set with straighter grained flamed mahogany laid at an angle. The same technique is also used on the centre of the glazed doors in the top section, resulting in a herringbone effect of veneers where the doors meet. The surface throughout has attained a lovely colour and patination. Standing on splayed feet connected by a serpentine apron. Balanced and light in its design it is wonderfully proportioned.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this George III Mahogany Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Height
230cm (90.55")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
49.5cm (19.49")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1100057
Dealers Internal Ref
3562
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018
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Archive I An early 19th-century George III mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with gothic arched tracery above panelled lower cabinet doors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 19th Century George III English Mahogany Bookcase

Archive II An early 19th-century George III mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with gothic arched tracery above panelled lower cabinet doors. View II
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Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Telephone 01858 882005 or 07811 127428
Location
Lodge Farm
Walton Lane
Husbands Bosworth
Leicestershire
LE17 6NN
United Kingdom

By appointment only
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/leewrightantiques
Verified Since Nov 2018
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Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
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An early 19th-century George III mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with gothic arched tracery above panelled lower cabinet doors.
Early 19th Century George III English Mahogany Bookcase
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An early 19th-century George III mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with gothic arched tracery above panelled lower cabinet doors.
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  • ObjectBookcases & Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany, Crown Glass, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGothic arched glazing bars, Flame mahogany veneer panels, Bracket feet, Dental cornice moulding
  • SizeH 230 cm (91 in) x W 93 cm (37 in) x D 49.5 cm (19 in)

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The George III style spans the mid-to-late 18th and early 19th centuries, characterised by classical proportions, refined craftsmanship, and the influence of notable designers such as Thomas Chippendale, George Hepplewhite, and Thomas Sheraton.

These pieces were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany and pine for secondary woods, often featuring decorative veneers such as flame mahogany or satinwood inlay, alongside hand-blown crown glass panes.

Authentication involves examining traditional joinery such as hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage patterns, period-appropriate brass hardware, and the presence of old-growth mahogany with natural patination.

Pairing dark wood period furniture with neutral, textured walls and modern minimalist decor creates a balanced contrast that highlights the rich grain of the timber without overwhelming the space.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding extreme humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying traditional beeswax to nourish the wood surface.
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