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Large Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase
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Large Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 7 October 2025 · Philip Hunt Antiques
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Description

Large Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase.

This Quality Bookcase is Raised Upon a Plinth Base.

The Lower Section Having 3 Panelled Doors, the Doors Featuring Typical Brass Closing Molding, The Centre Door Slides Left to Right for Access.

The Top Section Having 6 Fully Adjustable Shelves and a Decorative Cornice with Gothic Arch Detail and Half Turned Tear Drops.

Presented in good condition

Size:

Height 93" (236cm)

Width 90" (229cm)

Depth 15" (38cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
236cm (92.91")
Width
229cm (90.16")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1124683
Dealers Internal Reference
PP100-35
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Description
Large Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase.

This Quality Bookcase is Raised Upon a Plinth Base.

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The Lower Section Having 3 Panelled Doors, the Doors Featuring Typical Brass Closing Molding, The Centre Door Slides Left to Right for Access.
Philip Hunt Antiques
fig 1. A large dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring multiple tiers of shelving above a base of enclosed cabinet doors.
fig 1. Large Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase

The Top Section Having 6 Fully Adjustable Shelves and a Decorative Cornice with Gothic Arch Detail and Half Turned Tear Drops.

Presented in good condition

Size:

Height 93" (236cm)

Width 90" (229cm)

Depth 15" (38cm)

Height
236cm (92.91")
Width
229cm (90.16")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1124683
Dealers Internal Ref
PP100-35
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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Telephone 07771 966 124 or 01603 629 999
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Sprowston
Norwich
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A large dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring multiple tiers of shelving above a base of enclosed cabinet doors.
Large Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase
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A large dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring multiple tiers of shelving above a base of enclosed cabinet doors.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDental cornice moulding, Adjustable shelving tracks, Panelled base cupboards
  • SizeH 236 cm (93 in) x W 229 cm (90 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

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The Regency style spans the early 19th century, drawing heavy inspiration from classical Greek, Roman, and Egyptian architecture, characterised by clean proportions, dark hardwoods like mahogany, and restrained classical ornamentation.

Authentic period bookcases are typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, featuring dovetail joints, hand-planed timber panels, and adjustable ratchet shelf supports.

Authentication relies on examining the timber grain, tool marks, patination, and construction techniques, such as the presence of hand-cut joints and secondary softwoods used in internal framing.

Pairing a dark wood architectural bookcase with neutral wall colours, minimalist seating, and curated collections of books creates a sophisticated focal point that balances historic weight with modern simplicity.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct sunlight and heat sources, supplemented by occasional applications of traditional beeswax to nourish the timber finish.
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