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Antique George III Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase Circa 1820 19th Century
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Antique George III Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase Circa 1820 19th Century

19th century
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Description

This is elegant antique George III period flame mahogany secretaire breakfront bookcase, circa 1820 in date. 

It is of wonderful quality, has a rich and striking grain, and has been accomplished in beautiful flame mahogany. The top part has a decorative stepped moulded cornice over astragal glazed doors with shelving in three sections , each with three original shelves. The shelves are adjustable and can suit all sizes of books.

 

The bottom section has a large secretaire drawer to the centre, with a drop front falling to show a fully fitted interior comprising various pigeon holes above five small drawers, and an inset gold tooled green leather writing surface, this over three large drawers. Each lower end section has a useful drawer over a cupboard that opens to reveal a central shelf.

 

The bookcase comes apart into nine pieces for ease of transport.

 

Complete with working locks and keys.

 

Instil the elegance of a bygone era to a special place in your home with this fabulous antique bookcase.

 

Condition:

In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned waxed and polished in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

 

Dimensions in cm:

Height 244 cm x Width 217 cm x Depth 56 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 8 foot x Width 7 feet, 1 inch x Depth 1 foot, 10 inches

Flame Mahogany

Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a beautiful figure and polishes so well that it is an ornament to any room in which it may be placed." Matching his words to his work, Sheraton designed much mahogany furniture. The qualities that impressed Sheraton are particularly evident in a distinctive pattern of wood called "flame mahogany."

The flame figure in the wood is revealed by slicing through the face of the branch at the point where it joins another element of the tree.

Our reference: A4599

Physical Dimensions
Height
244cm (96.06")
Width
217cm (85.43")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Regent Antiques has dated this George III Breakfront Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1161868
Dealers Internal Reference
A4599
Description
This is elegant antique George III period flame mahogany secretaire breakfront bookcase, circa 1820 in date. 
“
It is of wonderful quality, has a rich and striking grain, and has been accomplished in beautiful flame mahogany.
Regent Antiques

The top part has a decorative stepped moulded cornice over astragal glazed doors with shelving in three sections , each with three original shelves. The shelves are adjustable and can suit all sizes of books.

fig 1. A large George III mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed doors above a central secretaire drawer and cupboards.
fig 1. Antique George III Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase Circa 1820 19th Century

 

The bottom section has a large secretaire drawer to the centre, with a drop front falling to show a fully fitted interior comprising various pigeon holes above five small drawers, and an inset gold tooled green leather writing surface, this over three large drawers. Each lower end section has a useful drawer over a cupboard that opens to reveal a central shelf.

fig 2. A large George III mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed doors above a central secretaire drawer and cupboards.
fig 2. Antique George III Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase Circa 1820 19th Century

 

The bookcase comes apart into nine pieces for ease of transport.

 

Complete with working locks and keys.

 

Instil the elegance of a bygone era to a special place in your home with this fabulous antique bookcase.

fig 3. A large George III mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed doors above a central secretaire drawer and cupboards.
fig 3. Antique George III Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase Circa 1820 19th Century

 

Condition:

In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned waxed and polished in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

 

Dimensions in cm:

Height 244 cm x Width 217 cm x Depth 56 cm

Dimensions in inches:

fig 4. A large George III mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed doors above a central secretaire drawer and cupboards.
fig 4. Antique George III Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase Circa 1820 19th Century

Height 8 foot x Width 7 feet, 1 inch x Depth 1 foot, 10 inches

Flame Mahogany

Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a beautiful figure and polishes so well that it is an ornament to any room in which it may be placed." Matching his words to his work, Sheraton designed much mahogany furniture. The qualities that impressed Sheraton are particularly evident in a distinctive pattern of wood called "flame mahogany."

The flame figure in the wood is revealed by slicing through the face of the branch at the point where it joins another element of the tree.

Our reference: A4599

Height
244cm (96.06")
Width
217cm (85.43")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this George III Breakfront Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161868
Dealers Internal Ref
A4599
Regent Antiques
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We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.

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A large George III mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four astragal glazed doors above a central secretaire drawer and cupboards.
Antique George III Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase Circa 1820 19th Century
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Originating in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, a George III secretaire breakfront bookcase is a multi-functional storage cabinet featuring a central section that steps forward from the side wings. It incorporates upper glazed doors for book display, a pull-out fitted writing drawer known as a secretaire, and lower cupboards or drawers.

These cabinets were primarily constructed using flame mahogany veneers applied over oak or pine carcasses. The upper glass panels are set within thin timber astragal glazing bars, and drawers are fitted with cast brass oval or ring handles.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, hand-planed timber backboards, and natural wear patterns on drawer runners. Additionally, period examples contain original blown glass panels displaying subtle wave patterns or inclusions rather than perfectly flat modern float glass.

Position the cabinet as an architectural anchor in a home office, formal dining room, or large reception space. Balance the dark mahogany tones by setting the piece against neutral wall colours and pairing it with contemporary upholstered seating.

Position the piece away from direct sunlight and radiators to avoid timber shrinkage and veneer cracking. Dust regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish annually to maintain the original patination.
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