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19th Century Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase.
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19th Century Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase.

19th century
Sold 18 July 2025 · Ruby Antiques
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Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase.Good quality bookcase good timber,great mellow colour original finish nice stiles with carved corbels .The bookcase has nine shelves which are fully adjustable, the bookcase is good condition no breaks or wood worm or splits. The measurements are 49 Inches high x 71.75 Inches wide x17.25 inches deep all measurements are taken from the widest points, any questions please phone 07733 264767.

Physical Dimensions
Height
124.4cm (48.98")
Width
182.3cm (71.77")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
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Ruby Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1152129
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Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase.
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Good quality bookcase good timber,great mellow colour original finish nice stiles with carved corbels.
Ruby Antiques

.The bookcase has nine shelves which are fully adjustable, the bookcase is good condition no breaks or wood worm or splits. The measurements are 49 Inches high x 71.75 Inches wide x17.25 inches deep all measurements are taken from the widest points, any questions please phone 07733 264767.

Height
124.4cm (48.98")
Width
182.3cm (71.77")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

Ruby Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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Ruby Antiques

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Telephone 07733 264 767
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Dawes Farm
Taunton Road
Bridgewater
Somerset
TA6 6PS
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rubyantiques
Verified Since Apr 2021
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A 19th-century mahogany breakfront open bookcase featuring multiple tiers of shelving and carved corbels.
19th Century Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase.
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A 19th-century mahogany breakfront open bookcase featuring multiple tiers of shelving and carved corbels.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBreakfront configuration, Carved corbels, Open shelving tiers, Plinth base
  • SizeH 124.4 cm (49 in) x W 182.3 cm (72 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

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A breakfront bookcase features a central section that projects forward from the flanking sections, creating architectural depth and visual hierarchy.

These pieces were typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany, walnut, or oak, often featuring secondary pine or deal timbers for internal framing and shelving.

Authentic pieces exhibit period construction methods such as hand-cut dovetails in the drawers, traditional timber shrinkage, hand-planed surfaces, and genuine patina rather than artificial distressing.

Pair the rich wood tones with neutral wall colours, curate shelves with a balance of books and minimalist objects, and let the historical piece serve as a grounding focal point in a contemporary room.

Keep mahogany furniture out of direct sunlight to prevent fading, maintain stable indoor humidity levels to avoid wood cracking, and clean periodically with a soft, dry cloth without using silicone-based polishes.
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