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19th Century Mahogany Library Breakfront Bookcase
Shackladys Antiques
for sale €17,310     $18,790
£14,795
Shackladys Antiques

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19th Century Mahogany Library Breakfront Bookcase

19th century
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Mahogany library breakfront bookcase. The stepped and moulded cornice above the four upper glazed doors, opening to reveal an adjustable shelved interior.To the base section having four drawers above four well figured panneled door opening to reveal an arrangement of shelves and drawers. All raised up on plinth base. (This bookcase will separate into nine pieces for easy transportation)

Dimensions

Height 103 Inches

Width 102 Inches

Depth 24.5 Inches

Physical Dimensions
Height
262cm (103.15")
Width
259cm (101.97")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1137511
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Description
Mahogany library breakfront bookcase.
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The stepped and moulded cornice above the four upper glazed doors, opening to reveal an adjustable shelved interior.
Shackladys Antiques

To the base section having four drawers above four well figured panneled door opening to reveal an arrangement of shelves and drawers. All raised up on plinth base. (This bookcase will separate into nine pieces for easy transportation)

Dimensions

Height 103 Inches

Width 102 Inches

Depth 24.5 Inches

Height
262cm (103.15")
Width
259cm (101.97")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1137511
Shackladys Antiques
Shackladys Antiques
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Boughton
Chester
CH3 5DB
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with adjustable shelves above a base with flame mahogany panelled doors.
19th century Mahogany library breakfront bookcase
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A breakfront bookcase features a central section that steps forward from the two flanking side sections. Originating in the 18th century and widely produced throughout the 19th century, this design provided enhanced architectural depth and structural balance for large home libraries and dining rooms.

These pieces were typically constructed using dense hardwoods such as West Indian or African mahogany. High-status examples feature flame mahogany veneers applied to soft-wood carcases, along with hand-drawn crown glass panels, adjustable wooden shelving, and cast brass or iron lock mechanisms.

Authentic 19th-century examples display evidence of hand-crafted construction, including hand-cut dovetail joints on interior drawers, irregular thickness in original crown glass pane glazing, and natural shrinkage cracks along wood grain lines. Original brass locks, escutcheons, and hand-planed backboards are also key indicators.

A large breakfront bookcase serves as a primary architectural focal point in a formal drawing room, home office, or dining area. Style the upper glazed shelves with bound volumes, ceramics, or sculptural objects, while utilizing the solid lower cupboards to conceal modern technology and media items.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and applying a beeswax polish annually. To prevent wood shrinkage, veneer lifting, or finish fading, position the piece away from direct sunlight, radiators, and active heat sources.
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