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Superb Antique Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
John Howkins Antiques
for sale €1,498     $1,626
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Superb Antique Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

19th century
Description

A superior quality wonderful 19th Century mahogany secretaire bookcase. The upper section having twin glazed doors with well carved astragal glazing bars and corners.The doors open to reveal a water silk backing and 3 mahogany faced adjustable shelves The base section having a superb secretaire drawer with satinwood interior consisting of two banks of 3 drawers with a further 2 drawers below the 5 pigeon holes. The 2 figured mahogany panelled doors having applied mahogany mouldings and open to mahogany faced shelf interior. The stiles with applied square columns and carved corbels.

Condition - The superb mahogany used in the making of this bookcase give an outstanding appearance. All brass fittings and locks original with keys.

Max height - 89.75" / 228cm

Width - 47.5 / 120.5cm.

Max width at cornice - 52.5” / 133.5cm

Max depth of base - 20.5" / 52cm

Interior Shelf depth of top 8.5” / 21.5cm

Max book depth base - 16.5” / 42cm

Base height - 42.25” / 107.5cm

Max top height- 47.5” / 120.5cm

2 man delivery by furniture carrier £110.

Physical Dimensions
Height
228cm (89.76")
Width
133.5cm (52.56")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1178356
Dealers Internal Reference
24830
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Description
A superior quality wonderful 19th Century mahogany secretaire bookcase. The upper section having twin glazed doors with well carved astragal glazing bars and corners.The doors open to reveal a water silk backing and 3 mahogany faced adjustable shelves The base section having a superb secretaire drawer with satinwood interior consisting of two banks of 3 drawers with a further 2 drawers below the 5 pigeon holes.
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The 2 figured mahogany panelled doors having applied mahogany mouldings and open to mahogany faced shelf interior.
John Howkins Antiques

The stiles with applied square columns and carved corbels.

fig 1. An antique mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a middle drawer with turned knobs, and a double-door lower cabinet.
fig 1. Superb Antique Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Condition - The superb mahogany used in the making of this bookcase give an outstanding appearance. All brass fittings and locks original with keys.

Max height - 89.75" / 228cm

Width - 47.5 / 120.5cm.

Max width at cornice - 52.5” / 133.5cm

fig 2. An antique mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a middle drawer with turned knobs, and a double-door lower cabinet.
fig 2. Superb Antique Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Max depth of base - 20.5" / 52cm

Interior Shelf depth of top 8.5” / 21.5cm

Max book depth base - 16.5” / 42cm

Base height - 42.25” / 107.5cm

Max top height- 47.5” / 120.5cm

2 man delivery by furniture carrier £110.

Height
228cm (89.76")
Width
133.5cm (52.56")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1178356
Dealers Internal Ref
24830
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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An antique mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a middle drawer with turned knobs, and a double-door lower cabinet.
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A secretaire bookcase is a multi-functional piece of furniture featuring an upper glazed bookcase for displaying literature over a pull-out or drop-down desk drawer concealing small drawers and pigeonholes, situated above lower storage cupboards.

Traditional pieces typically feature solid hardwood frames, fine flame mahogany veneers, hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, and glazed doors with hand-carved astragal glazing bars.

Authentic period examples often display hand-sawn drawer linings, original brass or steel locks, period-correct glass panes with slight imperfections, and natural wear around handles and writing surfaces.

Integrate this statement piece into a contemporary home by styling the upper shelves with curated ceramics and modern art alongside books, creating a balanced focal point in a living room, hallway, or home office.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a soft microfibre cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, keeping the furniture away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber movement.
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