0
15,686  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 24  ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAY NEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Latest
Price Low
Price High
sellingantiques.co.uk
ID #SA1182061
FOR SALE
£3,750
Email
Save
A Very Unusual & Diminutive Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
for sale €4,388     $4,763
£3,750
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

Sellingantiques Verified Since Oct 2011
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    English and continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects from the 18th & 19th centuries.
  • Trade Associations
    W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA
Relevant Links
Id #SA1182061
PDF SHARE
SAVE

A Very Unusual & Diminutive Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

19th century
Description

A diminutive Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase. This highly unusual bookcase stands only 1720mm tall, is constructed in one piece and is in very good and original condition. It is raised on six turned feet with four cupboards above, all with flame mahogany panels and shelved interiors. The upper section has adjustable shelves and is a molded cornice. 1720mm high, 1090mm wide and 360mm deep. English. Circa 1840.

Physical Dimensions
Height
172cm (67.72")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1182061
Dealers Notes

W.J.Gravener Antiques are proud members of LAPADA, The London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association.

We offer an approachable and friendly service and we are always happy to hear from clients, both new and established.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Description
A diminutive Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase.
“
This highly unusual bookcase stands only 1720mm tall, is constructed in one piece and is in very good and original condition.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

It is raised on six turned feet with four cupboards above, all with flame mahogany panels and shelved interiors. The upper section has adjustable shelves and is a molded cornice. 1720mm high, 1090mm wide and 360mm deep. English. Circa 1840.

Height
172cm (67.72")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1182061
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

English and continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects from the 18th & 19th centuries.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. Profile Page

Trade Associations

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

Relevant Links
PDF SHARE
SAVE
A mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring open upper shelving, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboard doors, and turned feet.
1 / 6
Archive I A mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring open upper shelving, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboard doors, and turned feet.

A Very Unusual & Diminutive Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Archive II A mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring open upper shelving, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboard doors, and turned feet. View II
Archive III A mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring open upper shelving, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboard doors, and turned feet. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring open upper shelving, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboard doors, and turned feet.
Archive V A mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring open upper shelving, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboard doors, and turned feet. View V
Archive VI A mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring open upper shelving, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboard doors, and turned feet. View VI
FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Enlarged Archival View
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07712 651231
Location
Unit 1
Warren Farm Stables
Sundridge
Nr Sevenoaks
Kent
TN14 6EE
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/wjantiques
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 238
Items Sold 1,425
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Verified Since Oct 2011
View Dealer Info
Location: Unit 1 , Warren Farm Stables , Sundridge , Nr Sevenoaks , Kent , TN14 6EE, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/wjantiques
Verified
Oct 2011
For Sale
238
Sold
1,425
A mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring open upper shelving, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboard doors, and turned feet.
A Very Unusual & Diminutive Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Ref: SA1182061
A mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring open upper shelving, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboard doors, and turned feet.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Scale Reference
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

A breakfront bookcase features a central section that projects forward beyond the flanking side wings. This architectural form originated in the eighteenth century to add dimension and visual interest to large library furniture.

These bookcases are typically constructed from solid mahogany and decorated with high-grade flame mahogany veneers. Secondary woods such as pine, oak, or mahogany are often used for drawer linings and back panels.

Authentic nineteenth-century pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, original lock mechanisms, naturally aged patina, and characteristic hand-planed secondary timbers. Flame mahogany panel veneers on lower cupboard doors are also key indicators.

Position the bookcase against a focal wall in a study, dining room, or living room, styling open shelves with a mixture of leather-bound volumes, modern ceramics, and curated objects to contrast classical proportions with contemporary accents.

Keep mahogany furniture away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent drying and fading. Clean the surfaces regularly with a dry cotton cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually to protect the veneer finish.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories