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A Late Victorian Glazed Mahogany Bookcase C1890
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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A Late Victorian Glazed Mahogany Bookcase C1890

19th century
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A late Victorian glazed Mahogany bookcase and dating from around 1890. This original bookcase has a moulded edge to the top with two Gothic style glazed doors with a brass handle. It has three fully adjustable original shelves inside and it stands on a plinth base.

Measures: Height: 54" x Depth: 15.5" x Internal Depth: 12.5" x Width: 36"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Physical Dimensions
Height
137cm (53.94")
Width
91.5cm (36.02")
Depth
39.5cm (15.55")
Declaration

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Glazed Mahogany Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1180665
Dealers Internal Reference
W3775/23.11
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Description
A late Victorian glazed Mahogany bookcase and dating from around 1890.
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This original bookcase has a moulded edge to the top with two Gothic style glazed doors with a brass handle.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

It has three fully adjustable original shelves inside and it stands on a plinth base.

fig 1. A late Victorian mahogany bookcase featuring two glazed doors with arched upper tracery panels, adjustable interior timber shelving, and a solid plinth base.
fig 1. A Late Victorian Glazed Mahogany Bookcase C1890

Measures: Height: 54" x Depth: 15.5" x Internal Depth: 12.5" x Width: 36"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

fig 2. A late Victorian mahogany bookcase featuring two glazed doors with arched upper tracery panels, adjustable interior timber shelving, and a solid plinth base.
fig 2. A Late Victorian Glazed Mahogany Bookcase C1890

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Height
137cm (53.94")
Width
91.5cm (36.02")
Depth
39.5cm (15.55")
Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Glazed Mahogany Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1180665
Dealers Internal Ref
W3775/23.11
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Castleforge Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07884 377373
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Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
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A late Victorian mahogany bookcase featuring two glazed doors with arched upper tracery panels, adjustable interior timber shelving, and a solid plinth base.
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A late Victorian mahogany bookcase featuring two glazed doors with arched upper tracery panels, adjustable interior timber shelving, and a solid plinth base.
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Late Victorian bookcases typically feature solid mahogany or oak construction, glazed door panels, and rectangular plinth bases. Design elements often incorporate Gothic or classical architectural motifs, such as pointed arches or tracery detailing along the upper glazing.

Cabinet makers predominantly used Cuban or Honduran mahogany, oak, and walnut for the primary frame, paired with hand-cut glass panes. Interior shelving and back panels were often constructed from secondary timbers such as pine or deal.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of traditional joinery, including hand-dovetailed drawer joints, original brass locks, and subtle irregularities in the glass panes. Natural oxidisation and light wear to the original finish on internal shelves also indicate historical age.

Position the piece against contemporary painted walls in muted or dark tones to highlight the warm mahogany hues. Balance the interior shelves by styling books alongside ceramic vessels, architectural objects, and glassware.

Dust surfaces regularly with a clean, dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-grade natural beeswax polish once or twice a year following the grain. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber warping and finish fading.
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