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Antique Victorian Rosewood Marble Top Bookcase
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Antique Victorian Rosewood Marble Top Bookcase

19th century
Sold 28 September 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A beautiful antique Victorian rosewood marble top bookcase, made in England and dating from around the 1840-1860 period.

It is of fantastic quality and is a useful size. The rosewood has a gorgeous colour tone and stunning grain patterns, there is a wonderful original marble top that sits on top. There are adjustable shelves inside and finely carved corbels on the upper corners.

We have had this re-polished, it is in excellent condition for its age. The marble has one very small historical repair on the very back corner, seen in the close up images.

Width – 38 inches , 96 cm

Depth – 16 inches , 41 cm

Height – 36 inches , 90 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Rosewood Marble Top Bookcase to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161302
Dealers Internal Reference
10988
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Description
A beautiful antique Victorian rosewood marble top bookcase, made in England and dating from around the 1840-1860 period.

It is of fantastic quality and is a useful size.

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The rosewood has a gorgeous colour tone and stunning grain patterns, there is a wonderful original marble top that sits on top.
Marylebone Antiques

There are adjustable shelves inside and finely carved corbels on the upper corners.

fig 1. An antique Victorian rosewood open bookcase featuring three internal shelves and a polished, veined marble top.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Rosewood Marble Top Bookcase

We have had this re-polished, it is in excellent condition for its age. The marble has one very small historical repair on the very back corner, seen in the close up images.

Width – 38 inches , 96 cm

Depth – 16 inches , 41 cm

Height – 36 inches , 90 cm

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Rosewood Marble Top Bookcase to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161302
Dealers Internal Ref
10988
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique Victorian rosewood open bookcase featuring three internal shelves and a polished, veined marble top.
Antique Victorian Rosewood Marble Top Bookcase
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialRosewood, Marble
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsOpen shelving, Marble top, Carved corbels
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 96 cm (38 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

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Victorian bookcases often feature dense timbers such as rosewood or mahogany, incorporating classical revival motifs, robust proportions, and functional open or glazed shelving designed for domestic libraries.

These pieces were typically crafted using dense hardwoods like rosewood or mahogany for the carcase and shelves, frequently topped with heavy slabs of veined marble to provide a durable and decorative surface.

Authentic pieces exhibit period construction methods such as hand-cut dovetailing, traditional timber shrinkage, appropriate patina on the wood and marble, and period-accurate fixings rather than modern machine-made screws.

This piece works effectively as a low storage unit or display console in a living room or study, contrasting classical textures cleanly against neutral contemporary walls and minimalist furnishings.

Maintain rosewood using appropriate microcrystalline wax to nourish the grain, while cleaning the marble top with a damp cloth and mild, neutral soap, avoiding acidic substances that can etch the stone surface.
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