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A Good Victorian Mahogany Library Bookcase
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A Good Victorian Mahogany Library Bookcase

19th century
Sold 12 August 2025 · Wickersley Antiques
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A good 19th century library bookcase in mahogany, it has two glazed doors above with original wavy glass, three shelves that are adjustable, the base has two doors with a single shelf , the timber used is very well figured throughout, it comes in two parts for transportation,the condition is excellent, an impressive piece.

Circa 1850

Dimensions

Width 122 cms

Depth 36 cms

Height 133 cms

Physical Dimensions
Height
133cm (52.36")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1146698
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Description
A good 19th century library bookcase in mahogany, it has two glazed doors above with original wavy glass, three shelves that are adjustable, the base has two doors with a single shelf , the timber used is very well figured throughout, it comes in two parts for transportation,the condition is excellent, an impressive piece.

Circa 1850

Dimensions

Width 122 cms

Depth 36 cms

Height 133 cms

Height
133cm (52.36")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1146698
Wickersley Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2011
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Trade Associations

Wickersley Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Caenby Corner
Gainsborough
Lincolnshire
DN21 5TJ
United Kingdom
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A tall Victorian mahogany library bookcase featuring glazed arched upper doors and panelled lower cabinet doors.
A good Victorian mahogany library bookcase
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A tall Victorian mahogany library bookcase featuring glazed arched upper doors and panelled lower cabinet doors.
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  • ObjectBookcases & Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsArched glass panels, Panelled lower doors, Cornice moulding, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 133 cm (52 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

Victorian library bookcases gained prominence during the 19th century as literacy rates rose and home libraries became status symbols for the expanding middle and upper classes.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary woods, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, brass hardware, and individually glazed glass panes.

Authenticity can be determined by examining construction details such as hand-cut joinery, old-growth wood grain patterns, original glass imperfections, and period-appropriate patina.

It can serve as a sophisticated focal point in a study or living room, contrasting well with neutral modern walls and housing both books and curated decorative objects.

Preserve the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and maintain the finish by applying quality bees-wax periodically rather than modern silicone polishes.
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