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Victorian Mahogany, Breakfront Open Bookcase
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Victorian Mahogany, Breakfront Open Bookcase

19th century
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Circa 1850 (with alterations). Tall Victorian mahogany, three-section breakfront open bookcase. Surmounted by a classical breakfront moulded cornice with a figured mahogany frieze, the three bookcase sections (deeper central bookcase), each with five adjustable shelves, all separated and flanked by simple mahogany pilasters. Supported on a breakfront and moulded enclosed plinth base. IN excellent condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
221cm (87.01")
Width
274cm (107.87")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1193433
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35231
Description
Circa 1850 (with alterations). Tall Victorian mahogany, three-section breakfront open bookcase. Surmounted by a classical breakfront moulded cornice with a figured mahogany frieze, the three bookcase sections (deeper central bookcase), each with five adjustable shelves, all separated and flanked by simple mahogany pilasters. Supported on a breakfront and moulded enclosed plinth base. IN excellent condition.
Height
221cm (87.01")
Width
274cm (107.87")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1193433
Dealers Internal Ref
35231
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A large Victorian mahogany breakfront open bookcase featuring three sectioned compartments with adjustable shelves and a grey painted interior background.
Victorian mahogany, breakfront open bookcase
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A large Victorian mahogany breakfront open bookcase featuring three sectioned compartments with adjustable shelves and a grey painted interior background.
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A Victorian breakfront bookcase features a central section that projects forward beyond the flanking side sections, a design popularised in the 18th and 19th centuries to add architectural dimension to library storage.

These bookcases are typically constructed from solid mahogany and rich mahogany veneers, often featuring hand-dovetailed joints, adjustable wooden shelf supports, and painted or polished timber backboards.

Authentic Victorian pieces display hand-sawn timber elements, original shellac or french polish finishes, wooden shelf adjustment ladders, and age-appropriate wear along the plinth base and top cornices.

Integrate a Victorian breakfront bookcase into a modern space by curating shelves with a mixture of hardback literature, ceramic vessels, and framed artwork, creating a focal point against neutral wall tones.

Preserve antique mahogany by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish annually, avoiding direct sunlight and proximity to heat radiators to prevent timber movement.
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