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George III Library Bookcase
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
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I M Chaney Antique Furniture

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George III Library Bookcase

19th century
Description

A good George III library bookcase, made of mahogany with ebony sections on the cornice, door flanks and cupboard fronts a real sign of quality, the the bookcase top has a pair of astragal glazed oval and triangular glazing to the doors with small ebony details and brass strips to the door centre.

Details repeated in the base cupboard, in good original condition, the broken glass will be replaced prior to delivery

Measuring

Height 248 cms

Width 125 cms

Depth 43 cms

Condition

Good

Physical Dimensions
Height
248cm (97.64")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

I M Chaney Antique Furniture has dated this George III Mahogany Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1132102
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Delivery can easily be arranged for this item smaller items are generally sent free of charge to the uk, larger items can be sent via a courier, I keep this service as cheap as possible, the larger items are picked up and delivered to you within 7-10 days should you require a quicker delivery expect to pay at least double the normal cost.

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Description
A good George III library bookcase, made of mahogany with ebony sections on the cornice, door flanks and cupboard fronts a real sign of quality, the the bookcase top has a pair of astragal glazed oval and triangular glazing to the doors with small ebony details and brass strips to the door centre.
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Details repeated in the base cupboard, in good original condition, the broken glass will be replaced prior to delivery.
I M Chaney Antique Furniture

Measuring

Height 248 cms

Width 125 cms

Depth 43 cms

Condition

Good

Height
248cm (97.64")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

I M Chaney Antique Furniture has dated this George III Mahogany Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1132102
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009
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A tall George III flame mahogany bookcase featuring two geometric astragal glazed upper doors and two solid wooden panelled lower doors.
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Archive I A tall George III flame mahogany bookcase featuring two geometric astragal glazed upper doors and two solid wooden panelled lower doors.

George III library bookcase

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A tall George III flame mahogany bookcase featuring two geometric astragal glazed upper doors and two solid wooden panelled lower doors.
George III library bookcase
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A tall George III flame mahogany bookcase featuring two geometric astragal glazed upper doors and two solid wooden panelled lower doors.
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Originating in 18th-century Britain, George III library bookcases are defined by classical architectural proportions, symmetry, and fine cabinetmaking, typically featuring geometric astragal glazed upper doors above timber panelled cupboards.

Cabinetmakers during the Georgian period favoured dense timbers such as West Indian mahogany, utilising oak or pine as secondary carcass woods along with hand-cut dovetail joinery and handmade glass panes.

Authentic period pieces display evidence of hand craftsmanship, including slightly irregular hand-cut dovetails, saw marks on secondary timbers, original lock mechanisms, and uneven timber shrinkage or patination consistent with age.

A large mahogany bookcase serves as a dramatic grounding element in a contemporary dining room, hallway, or home office, creating visual depth when styled with contemporary ceramics, glassware, and art books.

Keep the piece positioned away from direct sunlight and radiator heat to avoid timber warping, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to preserve the original finish.
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