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An Antique Victorian Mahogany Library Bookcase C1880
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An Antique Victorian Mahogany Library Bookcase C1880

19th century
Sold 27 September 2025 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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An Antique Victorian mahogany library bookcase and dating from around 1880. Constructed from quality mahogany it has a moulded cornice on the top with a wide lip under. The original two glazed doors come with a key to lock them. Inside the glazed doors are four fully adjustable original shelves. The base has a moulded edge to the top with a lip and underneath this is two original mahogany doors. Each door has a arched top moulded panel and key. Inside the bottom doors are also fully adjustable original shelf. The base stands on a plinth and the top lifts off the base.

Measures: Height to top 80" x Height to top base 36" x Depth 18" x Internal Depth Top 9.5" x Width 54"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Physical Dimensions
Height
203.4cm (80.08")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Mahogany Library Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1134367
Dealers Internal Reference
W3511/3.4
Dealers Notes

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WE FULL UNDERSTAND THAT BUYING ON THE INTERNET CAN BE A DAUNTING EXPERIENCE AND FOR THIS REASON WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY FOR YOU TO HAVE A PIECE DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME AND IF FOR ANY REASON YOU ARE UNHAPPY WITH IT ON ARRIVAL we will give a full refund on any item, provided you let us know within 7 days of delivery and provided the item is returned to us in its original condition. (You will only need to pay for the courier charges for delivery and return).

Where we offer 'free delivery' we will include this in the refund and therefore you would only need to pay the return courier fee.

UNDER THE DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO RETURN YOUR ITEM WITHIN 7 DAYS FROM THE DAY AFTER RECEIPT OF DELIVERY

WE SELL QUALITY ANTIQUE FURNITURE AT TRADE PRICES

MIKE & MARIA AT

CASTLEFORGE ANTIQUES LTD

PLEASE CALL FOR A CHAT AND TO DISCUSS ANY REQUIREMENTS OR QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE.

01423 561334/07884 377373

Description
An Antique Victorian mahogany library bookcase and dating from around 1880. Constructed from quality mahogany it has a moulded cornice on the top with a wide lip under. The original two glazed doors come with a key to lock them. Inside the glazed doors are four fully adjustable original shelves.
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The base has a moulded edge to the top with a lip and underneath this is two original mahogany doors.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

Each door has a arched top moulded panel and key. Inside the bottom doors are also fully adjustable original shelf. The base stands on a plinth and the top lifts off the base.

fig 1. An upright Victorian mahogany library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with wooden framing and panelled lower doors.
fig 1. An Antique Victorian Mahogany Library Bookcase C1880

Measures: Height to top 80" x Height to top base 36" x Depth 18" x Internal Depth Top 9.5" x Width 54"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

fig 2. An upright Victorian mahogany library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with wooden framing and panelled lower doors.
fig 2. An Antique Victorian Mahogany Library Bookcase C1880

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Height
203.4cm (80.08")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Mahogany Library Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1134367
Dealers Internal Ref
W3511/3.4
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Castleforge Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07884 377373
Location
Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/castleforge
Verified Since Jul 2008
Items For Sale 186
Items Sold 6,473
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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An upright Victorian mahogany library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with wooden framing and panelled lower doors.
AN ANTIQUE VICTORIAN MAHOGANY LIBRARY BOOKCASE C1880
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An upright Victorian mahogany library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with wooden framing and panelled lower doors.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGlazed upper doors, Panelled base cupboards, Cornice moulding, Adjustable shelving
  • SizeH 203.4 cm (80 in) x W 137 cm (54 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

FAQs

Victorian library bookcases typically feature substantial proportions, rich timber grains such as mahogany or walnut, classical architectural details, and often glazed upper doors combined with panelled lower doors.

These pieces were constructed using solid timber frameworks with hand-selected wood veneers on panels, joined using traditional dovetail joints, mortise and tenon joinery, and hand-fitted tongue-and-groove backboards.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut dovetails, original hand-blown window glass with minor imperfections, traditional patina, secondary woods like pine or oak on interior elements, and period-appropriate hardware.

Pair the rich wood tones with neutral wall colours, curate shelves with a mix of vintage books and modern decorative objects, and balance the heavy traditional furniture with contemporary minimalist seating.

Maintain stable indoor humidity and temperature levels away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dust regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally apply microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber finish.
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