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Unusual 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Display Cabinet
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
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Unusual 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Display Cabinet

18th century
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An Extremely Unusual Late 18th Century, George III Period, Mahogany China Display Cabinet, Or Bookcase, Having Well Figured Step Moulded Cornice Over Two Astragal Glazed Doors, Enclosing Three Adjustable Shelves, And Elegant Arched Apron To Top Part, Over Table Type Base With Five Short Drawers, Retaining Original Brass Handles, Raised On Four Square Legs.

This is a really lovely quality georgian display cabinet. Or possibly it should actually be described as an 18th century bookcase! Its of such an unusual form that it is difficult to pin down its original purpose, although it must be said that now the relatively compact proportions, neat design and excellent functionality make it a great option for the modern home. 

The top part is realtively typical of an 18th century bookcase top, with elegant astragal glazing enclosing three adjustable shelves. The mahogany used in the construction is good quality and this can be seen with the well figured veneers in various places. 

The bottom part however is most unusual indeed. Where one would perhaps expect to find a couple of cupboard doors, or a full length back of drawers, what you actually find is a typical little georgian side table, or dressing type table. With five drawers which retain their original brass knobs its actually both practical and elegant all at the same time. 

Despite the unusual combination of sections there is absolutely no doubt whatsoever that this piece of furniture is in its original form and the two pieces definitely started their lives together back in the late 18th century. We actually think the unusual form and relative quirkiness add a real charm to this piece and it would be a great addition to many a home! 

As with all of our items this antique georgian bookcase has been inspected and attended to in our workshops by our highly skilled, specialist antique furniture restorers and received a natural wax polish to ensure it is in its absolute best possible condition before being placed on sale and ready for immediate placement within the home or office. Some of the glazing may be replaced but by far the majority is original. 

Circa 1790.

Height 80.5in.

Width 36in. 

Depth 19.5in.

Declaration

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Mahogany Display Cabinet to the 18th Century.

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SA1200245
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9262
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Description
An Extremely Unusual Late 18th Century, George III Period, Mahogany China Display Cabinet, Or Bookcase, Having Well Figured Step Moulded Cornice Over Two Astragal Glazed Doors, Enclosing Three Adjustable Shelves, And Elegant Arched Apron To Top Part, Over Table Type Base With Five Short Drawers, Retaining Original Brass Handles, Raised On Four Square Legs.
fig 1. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany display cabinet featuring astragal glazed upper doors above a writing desk base with drawers and tapered legs.
fig 1. Unusual 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Display Cabinet

This is a really lovely quality georgian display cabinet. Or possibly it should actually be described as an 18th century bookcase! Its of such an unusual form that it is difficult to pin down its original purpose, although it must be said that now the relatively compact proportions, neat design and excellent functionality make it a great option for the modern home. 

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The top part is realtively typical of an 18th century bookcase top, with elegant astragal glazing enclosing three adjustable shelves.
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd

The mahogany used in the construction is good quality and this can be seen with the well figured veneers in various places. 

fig 2. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany display cabinet featuring astragal glazed upper doors above a writing desk base with drawers and tapered legs.
fig 2. Unusual 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Display Cabinet

The bottom part however is most unusual indeed. Where one would perhaps expect to find a couple of cupboard doors, or a full length back of drawers, what you actually find is a typical little georgian side table, or dressing type table. With five drawers which retain their original brass knobs its actually both practical and elegant all at the same time. 

fig 3. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany display cabinet featuring astragal glazed upper doors above a writing desk base with drawers and tapered legs.
fig 3. Unusual 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Display Cabinet

Despite the unusual combination of sections there is absolutely no doubt whatsoever that this piece of furniture is in its original form and the two pieces definitely started their lives together back in the late 18th century. We actually think the unusual form and relative quirkiness add a real charm to this piece and it would be a great addition to many a home! 

fig 4. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany display cabinet featuring astragal glazed upper doors above a writing desk base with drawers and tapered legs.
fig 4. Unusual 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Display Cabinet

As with all of our items this antique georgian bookcase has been inspected and attended to in our workshops by our highly skilled, specialist antique furniture restorers and received a natural wax polish to ensure it is in its absolute best possible condition before being placed on sale and ready for immediate placement within the home or office. Some of the glazing may be replaced but by far the majority is original. 

Circa 1790.

Height 80.5in.

Width 36in. 

Depth 19.5in.

Date of Manufacture

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Mahogany Display Cabinet to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1200245
Dealers Internal Ref
9262
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
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An 18th-century Georgian mahogany display cabinet featuring astragal glazed upper doors above a writing desk base with drawers and tapered legs.
Unusual 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Display Cabinet
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Georgian display cabinets, produced between 1714 and 1830, are characterised by classical proportions, high-quality timber such as mahogany, and detailed architectural mouldings including glazed doors with astragal bar patterns.

Cabinetmakers during this period predominantly used solid and veneered mahogany, pine or oak as secondary drawer linings, hand-blown float glass, and cast brass hardware including ring handles.

Authentic Georgian pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, subtle irregularities in hand-blown glass panes, hand-planed timber surfaces on the reverse, and natural wear around original brass fittings.

In contemporary spaces, a Georgian cabinet functions well as a focal statement piece; pair it with neutral wall finishes, modern art prints, or minimalist ceramics to highlight its warm timber tones.

Dust timber surfaces regularly with a soft cotton cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding aerosol chemical sprays and placement near direct heat sources or harsh sunlight.
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