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19th Century Mahogany Open Front Bookcase.
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19th Century Mahogany Open Front Bookcase.

19th century
Sold 5 April 2025 · Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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Description

19th century mahogany open front bookcase.

Please note bottom of right hand pillar has had wood worm .. see last photo

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Mahogany Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
101.5cm (39.96")
Width
194.5cm (76.57")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Reference Numbers
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SA1134934
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Description
19th century mahogany open front bookcase.

Please note bottom of right hand pillar has had wood worm .. see last photo

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Mahogany Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Height
101.5cm (39.96")
Width
194.5cm (76.57")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1134934
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2012

Instagram @ruperthitchcoxantiques -- large and varied selection.

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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Telephone 07710 561 505
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Warpsgrove
Nr Chalgrove
Oxford
OX44 7RW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/afw
Verified Since Aug 2012
Items For Sale 645
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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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A nineteenth century mahogany open bookcase featuring partitioned shelving sections and decorative column supports.
19th century mahogany open front bookcase.
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A nineteenth century mahogany open bookcase featuring partitioned shelving sections and decorative column supports.
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  • ObjectBookcase
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency / Victorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsTurned columns, Gilt brass mounts, Plinth base, Adjustable shelving
  • SizeH 101.5 cm (40 in) x W 194.5 cm (77 in) x D 32 cm (13 in)

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These pieces are typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary hardwoods, featuring dovetailed joints, adjustable shelving mechanisms, and often decorative brass or gilt mounts.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting timber patination, hand-cut dovetailing, tool marks on the secondary woods, and period-appropriate hardware and construction methods rather than modern fixings.

This piece works well as a grounding element in a study or living room, pairing naturally with neutral walls, modern lighting, and a curated mix of vintage books and contemporary decorative objects.

Maintain stable humidity and temperature levels, keep the wood out of direct sunlight to prevent fading, and clean periodically with a soft, dry cloth, applying traditional beeswax sparingly.

During the 19th century, domestic libraries expanded significantly as literature became more accessible, leading to the development of open-front bookcases designed for easy access and the display of leather-bound volumes.
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