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George III Four Door Break Front Cabinet Bookcase
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George III Four Door Break Front Cabinet Bookcase

18th century
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Circa 1790. A George III mahogany and inlaid four door breakfront cabinet bookcase, with an elegant cornice with chequered inlay and frieze is a geometric box inlay, the four glazed doors with rectangular astragals and the original glass, with inlay on the frames, banding and a brass beading separating the doors in the center, each section with adjustable shelves, The flat section with similar satinwood banding, the base with four panelled doors with a flame mahogany oval panels in the center framed in boxwood, insides with adjustable shelves, all resting on a base with eight bracket feet which follow the form of the bookcase. The bookcase comes in several pieces for moving.

240cm High x 236cm Wide x 55cm Deep

Physical Dimensions
Height
240cm (94.49")
Width
236cm (92.91")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 18th Century.

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SA1130765
Dealers Internal Reference
34251
Description
Circa 1790. A George III mahogany and inlaid four door breakfront cabinet bookcase, with an elegant cornice with chequered inlay and frieze is a geometric box inlay, the four glazed doors with rectangular astragals and the original glass, with inlay on the frames, banding and a brass beading separating the doors in the center, each section with adjustable shelves, The flat section with similar satinwood banding, the base with four panelled doors with a flame mahogany oval panels in the center framed in boxwood, insides with adjustable shelves, all resting on a base with eight bracket feet which follow the form of the bookcase. The bookcase comes in several pieces for moving.

240cm High x 236cm Wide x 55cm Deep

Height
240cm (94.49")
Width
236cm (92.91")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1130765
Dealers Internal Ref
34251
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A George III mahogany four-door breakfront bookcase with astragal glazed upper doors and oval veneered lower cupboard panels.
George III Four Door Break Front Cabinet Bookcase
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A George III mahogany four-door breakfront bookcase with astragal glazed upper doors and oval veneered lower cupboard panels.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Satinwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBreakfront facade, Astragal glazing, Flame mahogany oval veneers, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 240 cm (94 in) x W 236 cm (93 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This George III breakfront cabinet bookcase originates from the 18th century, constructed from mahogany, glass, and satinwood in a warm brown tone. The upper section comprises four glazed doors featuring rectangular astragals and original glass, set beneath an elegant cornice with chequered inlay and a geometric frieze. The lower section presents four panelled doors centred with flame mahogany oval veneers framed in boxwood, accented by satinwood banding, while brass beading separates the central doors. Eight bracket feet support the entire structure, which stands 240 cm high, 236 cm wide, and 55 cm deep. Suitable for a gentleman's library or a formal reception room, this substantial piece provides extensive display space behind the upper glass panes and concealed storage within the lower cupboards, with adjustable shelves fitted throughout the interior sections. The breakfront facade and detailed stringing demonstrate traditional cabinet-making methods of the period. Dismantling into several sections facilitates transport and installation within a modern interior.

FAQs

A George III breakfront bookcase is an 18th-century cabinet featuring a central section that projects forward from the side wings, combining glazed upper display doors with enclosed lower storage.

These pieces were predominantly crafted from dense mahogany, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine secondary drawer linings, hand-blown glass panes, and fine timber marquetry or stringing.

Look for period characteristics such as hand-cut joinery, original glass with subtle surface imperfections, hand-carved astragal glazing bars, cast brass hardware, and secondary timber wear consistent with 18th-century construction.

Position the cabinet as a focal point in a dining room or study, balancing its visual weight with contemporary lighting, neutral wall shades, and curated ceramics alongside books inside the glazed sections.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding direct sunlight, radiators, and harsh chemical spray cleaners to protect the original patina and veneers.
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