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A Regency Mahogany Breakfront Floor Bookcase
John Carroll Antiques ltd.
for sale €12,285     $13,335
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A Regency Mahogany Breakfront Floor Bookcase

19th century
Description

A very stylish fine Regency Mahogany Breakfront Floor Bookcase.

The rectangular breakfront top with ebonised stringing, above a plain frieze with bronze ormolu mounts and an ebonised moulding, the open shelved base supported by four turned and fluted bronzed columns, resting on a double stepped plateform base,

English, Circa 1810

Attributed to Marsh and Tatham

Width: 72inches, 184cm

Height: 40inches, 102cm

Depth: 12.5inches, 32cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
184cm (72.44")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

John Carroll Antiques ltd. has dated this Regency Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 1800s.

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SA1170787
Description
A very stylish fine Regency Mahogany Breakfront Floor Bookcase.

The rectangular breakfront top with ebonised stringing, above a plain frieze with bronze ormolu mounts and an ebonised moulding, the open shelved base supported by four turned and fluted bronzed columns, resting on a double stepped plateform base,

English, Circa 1810

Attributed to Marsh and Tatham

Width: 72inches, 184cm

Height: 40inches, 102cm

Depth: 12.5inches, 32cm

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
184cm (72.44")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

John Carroll Antiques ltd. has dated this Regency Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 1800s.

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SA1170787
John Carroll Antiques ltd.
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A low Regency breakfront open bookcase crafted from warm brown mahogany with turned columns and decorative brass mounts.
A REGENCY MAHOGANY BREAKFRONT FLOOR BOOKCASE
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A low Regency breakfront open bookcase crafted from warm brown mahogany with turned columns and decorative brass mounts.
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Regency breakfront bookcases feature a projecting central section flanked by two recessed side bays, a layout popularised in early 19th-century Britain. They reflect classical Greek and Roman architectural influences, often incorporating clean symmetry, low proportions, and refined timber veneers.

Craftsmen primarily utilised fine flame mahogany, rosewood, and calamander veneers laid over oak or pine carcases. Decorative accents frequently incorporated cast brass mounts, reeded or turned columns, and ebonised details.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, original timber drawer or shelf backings, wood oxidisation on unseen surfaces, and hand-chased brass hardware. Hand-planed boards and natural wear along the plinth base also indicate historical construction.

Position the bookcase against a primary wall and use the low top surface as a display ledge for table lamps, framed artwork, or decorative ceramics. Mix bound books with sculptural objects on the open shelves to balance functional storage and visual interest.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice per year following the direction of the wood grain. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and fluctuating humidity to prevent veneer movement or fading.
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