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Large 19th Century Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
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Large 19th Century Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

19th century
Sold 3 February 2025 · Martlesham Antiques
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A fabulous quality early 19th Century mahogany breakfront bookcase, the stepped moulded cornice above four large moulded and arched glazed doors, with decorative carved moulding to the side of each door, opening to reveal three adjustable shelves inside each section, the bottom section having four moulded and arched panelled cupboard doors, with bold carved scroll decoration to the side of each door, opening to reveal two shelves in each section, supported on a plinth base. The bookcase is in excellent condition and having the most wonderful figured mahogany with a nice warm rich mahogany colour. Circa 1840.

102" x 20 1/2" x 99" high

260cms x 52cms x 252cms high

Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1102972
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3698
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

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A fabulous quality early 19th Century mahogany breakfront bookcase, the stepped moulded cornice above four large moulded and arched glazed doors, with decorative carved moulding to the side of each door, opening to reveal three adjustable shelves inside each section, the bottom section having four moulded and arched panelled cupboard doors, with bold carved scroll decoration to the side of each door, opening to reveal two shelves in each section, supported on a plinth base.
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The bookcase is in excellent condition and having the most wonderful figured mahogany with a nice warm rich mahogany colour.
Martlesham Antiques

Circa 1840.

102" x 20 1/2" x 99" high

260cms x 52cms x 252cms high

Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1102972
Dealers Internal Ref
3698
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Martlesham Antiques Profile Page

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Martlesham Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Martlesham
Suffolk
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United Kingdom
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A large 19th-century mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring glazed upper doors and panelled lower doors.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Pine
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsBreakfront configuration, Glazed arched panel doors, Carved corbels, Plinth base

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A breakfront design features a central section that projects forward from the flanking side sections, creating a distinct architectural profile popular in formal cabinetry.

These pieces were typically crafted from solid timbers and veneers such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, featuring glass-paned upper doors and solid lower panel doors.

Authenticity is assessed through hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional timber shrinkage patterns, old glass characteristics, and period-appropriate hardware.

Such cabinets work effectively as statement storage in home libraries or living rooms, contrasting against neutral walls to highlight collections of books and objects.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and treating periodically with traditional beeswax.
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