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Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany
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Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany

18th century
Sold 13 February 2025 · ActFurniture LTD
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Description

This exceptional 18th-century mahogany bookcase is a truly rare and unique piece of the finest quality, making it a standout addition to any collection or interior.

Its charmingly compact proportions add to its desirability, offering a versatile solution for both display and storage needs. Designed in two sections for ease of transport, this bookcase seamlessly combines practicality with elegance.

The upper section features a beautifully glazed door that opens to reveal three fully adjustable shelves, perfect for showcasing books, fine china, or treasured collectibles. The lower section comprises a blind-door cupboard with two adjustable shelves, providing ample and flexible storage for items you prefer to keep hidden.

The entire piece is sturdily supported on bracket feet, ensuring stability while maintaining a classic and sophisticated appearance.

Crafted from rich mahogany, the bookcase boasts a magnificent grain and stunning colour that has aged beautifully, enhancing its timeless charm. The addition of an intricate dental cornice on the top further elevates its aesthetic appeal, showcasing the craftsmanship and attention to detail characteristic of furniture from this period.

Complete with its original key, this antique bookcase is in excellent condition for its age, with its design and function intact, ready to bring historic elegance into your home. A piece like this is not just furniture but a statement of history and refined taste.

Product Reference : AF - 3528

Measurements : 103cm Width x 35cm Depth x 202.5cm Height [ 102cm Worktop Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Mahogany Bookcase to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
202.5cm (79.72")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1110442
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-3528
Description
This exceptional 18th-century mahogany bookcase is a truly rare and unique piece of the finest quality, making it a standout addition to any collection or interior.
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Its charmingly compact proportions add to its desirability, offering a versatile solution for both display and storage needs.
ActFurniture LTD

Designed in two sections for ease of transport, this bookcase seamlessly combines practicality with elegance.

fig 1. A tall, dark brown antique mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden glazing bars and solid wooden lower cabinet doors.
fig 1. Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany

The upper section features a beautifully glazed door that opens to reveal three fully adjustable shelves, perfect for showcasing books, fine china, or treasured collectibles. The lower section comprises a blind-door cupboard with two adjustable shelves, providing ample and flexible storage for items you prefer to keep hidden.

fig 2. A tall, dark brown antique mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden glazing bars and solid wooden lower cabinet doors.
fig 2. Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany

The entire piece is sturdily supported on bracket feet, ensuring stability while maintaining a classic and sophisticated appearance.

Crafted from rich mahogany, the bookcase boasts a magnificent grain and stunning colour that has aged beautifully, enhancing its timeless charm. The addition of an intricate dental cornice on the top further elevates its aesthetic appeal, showcasing the craftsmanship and attention to detail characteristic of furniture from this period.

fig 3. A tall, dark brown antique mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden glazing bars and solid wooden lower cabinet doors.
fig 3. Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany

Complete with its original key, this antique bookcase is in excellent condition for its age, with its design and function intact, ready to bring historic elegance into your home. A piece like this is not just furniture but a statement of history and refined taste.

fig 4. A tall, dark brown antique mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden glazing bars and solid wooden lower cabinet doors.
fig 4. Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany

Product Reference : AF - 3528

Measurements : 103cm Width x 35cm Depth x 202.5cm Height [ 102cm Worktop Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

fig 5. A tall, dark brown antique mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden glazing bars and solid wooden lower cabinet doors.
fig 5. Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 6. A tall, dark brown antique mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden glazing bars and solid wooden lower cabinet doors.
fig 6. Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 7. A tall, dark brown antique mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden glazing bars and solid wooden lower cabinet doors.
fig 7. Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 8. A tall, dark brown antique mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden glazing bars and solid wooden lower cabinet doors.
fig 8. Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

fig 9. A tall, dark brown antique mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden glazing bars and solid wooden lower cabinet doors.
fig 9. Antique 18th Century Bookcase of Finest Quality in Mahogany

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Mahogany Bookcase to the Georgian era.

Height
202.5cm (79.72")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1110442
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-3528
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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A tall, dark brown antique mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden glazing bars and solid wooden lower cabinet doors.
Antique 18th Century Bookcase Of Finest Quality In Mahogany
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGlazed upper doors, Geometric glazing bars, Panelled lower doors, Architectural cornice
  • SizeH 202.5 cm (80 in) x W 103 cm (41 in) x D 35 cm (14 in)

Eighteenth-century bookcases typically feature classical proportions, architectural cornices, and high-quality cabinet making using dense timber such as mahogany.

These pieces are constructed from solid mahogany and veneers, often incorporating hand-cut dovetail joints, brass hardware, and individually glazed glass panes within wooden lattices.

Authentication involves inspecting the timber for period-appropriate grain and patina, checking for hand-carved joinery, handmade screws or nails, and signs of historical wear consistent with age.

An antique bookcase adds warmth and character to a contemporary scheme when contrasted against neutral walls, serving as both functional storage and a focal point for displaying curated literature.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber surface.
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