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18th Century English Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
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18th Century English Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

18th century
Sold 22 October 2025 · Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
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An Excellent Late 18th Century English Mahogany Breakfront Secretaire Bookcase.

This bookcase has a breakfront outline and is small in size.

The overhanging and moulded cornice above a plain frieze sits on top. Beneath this are four glazed doors, the original astragal glazing bars arranged in a geometric diamond-based pattern. Inside each of the cupboard sections are a series of adjustable wooden shelves. The lower section consists of a series of graduated drawers, banks of five to each side and four in the centre because the top drawer, of double height, is in fact a pull-down secretaire. Inside the secretaire section are four drawers which retain their original brass pulls, six pigeon holes and a central lockable cupboard door with inlaid panel of flamed mahogany with strung outline.

Having great colour and patination and the metalware is also original throughout. A sophisticated piece of fine quality English furniture.

Physical Dimensions
Height
252.5cm (99.41")
Width
185cm (72.83")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this Antique Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1101700
Dealers Internal Reference
3580
Description
An Excellent Late 18th Century English Mahogany Breakfront Secretaire Bookcase.

This bookcase has a breakfront outline and is small in size.

The overhanging and moulded cornice above a plain frieze sits on top.

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Beneath this are four glazed doors, the original astragal glazing bars arranged in a geometric diamond-based pattern.
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

Inside each of the cupboard sections are a series of adjustable wooden shelves. The lower section consists of a series of graduated drawers, banks of five to each side and four in the centre because the top drawer, of double height, is in fact a pull-down secretaire. Inside the secretaire section are four drawers which retain their original brass pulls, six pigeon holes and a central lockable cupboard door with inlaid panel of flamed mahogany with strung outline.

Having great colour and patination and the metalware is also original throughout. A sophisticated piece of fine quality English furniture.

Height
252.5cm (99.41")
Width
185cm (72.83")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this Antique Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1101700
Dealers Internal Ref
3580
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018
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An 18th-century English mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric lattice glazing bars and multiple lower drawers including a drop-down writing compartment. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An 18th-century English mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric lattice glazing bars and multiple lower drawers including a drop-down writing compartment. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

18th Century English Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Archive II An 18th-century English mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric lattice glazing bars and multiple lower drawers including a drop-down writing compartment. View II
Archive III An 18th-century English mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric lattice glazing bars and multiple lower drawers including a drop-down writing compartment. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century English mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric lattice glazing bars and multiple lower drawers including a drop-down writing compartment. View IV
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Archive VI An 18th-century English mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric lattice glazing bars and multiple lower drawers including a drop-down writing compartment. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century English mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric lattice glazing bars and multiple lower drawers including a drop-down writing compartment. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century English mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric lattice glazing bars and multiple lower drawers including a drop-down writing compartment. View VIII
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Location
Lodge Farm
Walton Lane
Husbands Bosworth
Leicestershire
LE17 6NN
United Kingdom

By appointment only
Verified Since Nov 2018
Items For Sale 153
Items Sold 1,013
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Verified Since Nov 2018
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Location: Lodge Farm, Walton Lane, Husbands Bosworth, Leicestershire, LE17 6NN, United Kingdom, , By appointment only
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For Sale
153
Sold
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An 18th-century English mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric lattice glazing bars and multiple lower drawers including a drop-down writing compartment.
18th Century English Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
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An 18th-century English mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric lattice glazing bars and multiple lower drawers including a drop-down writing compartment.
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  • ObjectBookcases & Cabinets
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGlazed lattice doors, Drop-down secretaire drawer, Brass drop handles, Dentil moulded cornice
  • SizeH 252.5 cm (99 in) x W 185 cm (73 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

Secretaire bookcases gained popularity during the 18th century as multipurpose furniture pieces designed for both housing libraries and providing a private writing surface with concealed drawers.

These cabinets were predominantly constructed using solid and veneered mahogany, often featuring secondary woods such as oak or pine for internal drawer linings and carcass construction, complemented by brass hardware.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-blown crown glass panes in the doors, timber shrinkage patterns, and period-appropriate brass handles or locks.

Pairing dark wood period furniture with neutral, minimalist walls and contemporary lighting creates a balanced focal point that highlights the craftsmanship without overwhelming the room.

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