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A Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase C1890
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A Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase C1890

19th century
Sold 1 August 2026 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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A Victorian Mahogany open bookcase and dating from around 1890. This original bookcase has a rounded edge to the top, it has a singular fixed shelf and it stands on ring turned short legs.

Measures: Height: 35.5" x Depth: 11" x Internal Depth: 9" x Width: 52" x Height Between the Shelves: 13.5"

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

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1191621
Dealers Internal Reference
W3847/24.1
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A Victorian Mahogany open bookcase and dating from around 1890.
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This original bookcase has a rounded edge to the top, it has a singular fixed shelf and it stands on ring turned short legs.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

Measures: Height: 35.5" x Depth: 11" x Internal Depth: 9" x Width: 52" x Height Between the Shelves: 13.5"

fig 1. A low Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring two tiers of shelving and short turned feet.
fig 1. A Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase C1890

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

fig 2. A low Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring two tiers of shelving and short turned feet.
fig 2. A Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase C1890

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

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1191621
Dealers Internal Ref
W3847/24.1
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
Dealer Profile

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
Location
Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/castleforge
Verified Since Jul 2008
Items For Sale 184
Items Sold 6,488
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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A low Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring two tiers of shelving and short turned feet.
A VICTORIAN MAHOGANY OPEN BOOKCASE C1890
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A low Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring two tiers of shelving and short turned feet.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned feet, Open shelving, Plain frieze
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 132 cm (52 in) x D 28 cm (11 in)

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Victorian bookcases, produced during the reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1901, often feature deep wood tones, robust construction, and functional designs tailored to the growing domestic libraries of the period.

Cabinetmakers frequently utilised dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, and oak, often incorporating secondary woods like pine for internal partitions and backboards.

Authentic pieces typically display period joinery techniques, hand-cut dovetails, traditional patination on the timber, and lack modern mechanical fixings or synthetic finishes.

Pairing a dark wood antique bookcase with contemporary neutral walls and mixed media accessories creates a balanced interior scheme that highlights the historical texture of the furniture.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels, keep the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight, and periodically apply natural beeswax to nourish the wood surface.
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