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Late Victorian Mahogany Open Front Bookcase.
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

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Late Victorian Mahogany Open Front Bookcase.

19th century
Description

Late Victorian mahogany open front bookcase.

Adjustable shelves.

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1200403
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Description
Late Victorian mahogany open front bookcase.

Adjustable shelves.

Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1200403
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2012

Instagram @ruperthitchcoxantiques -- large and varied selection.

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A low late Victorian mahogany open front bookcase featuring four tiers of shelving, reeded pilasters, and carved floral rosettes.
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Telephone 07710 561 505
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Nr Chalgrove
Oxford
OX44 7RW
United Kingdom
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A low late Victorian mahogany open front bookcase featuring four tiers of shelving, reeded pilasters, and carved floral rosettes.
Late Victorian mahogany open front bookcase.
Ref: SA1200403
A low late Victorian mahogany open front bookcase featuring four tiers of shelving, reeded pilasters, and carved floral rosettes.
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Late Victorian open bookcases typically feature solid timber construction in hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, incorporating classical design details like reeded pilasters, fluting, and carved decorative accents. Unlike glass-fronted cabinets, open bookcases were designed for immediate access to reference volumes in domestic libraries and studies.

Victorian cabinetmakers predominantly utilised dense hardwoods including Cuban and Honduras mahogany, walnut, and oak. Construction techniques featured hand-milled joinery, solid timber backing panels, and internal wooden or brass support mechanisms for shelf adjustments.

Authentic Victorian furniture displays period-correct joinery, including hand-cut dovetails, tongue-and-groove backing boards, and natural surface oxidation on timber finishes. Additionally, mahogany from this era exhibits dense grain structures and weight distinct from modern timber reproductions.

A low open bookcase functions effectively as a console surface in a hallway or living space, providing storage while allowing display space for lamps and artwork. Combining bound literature with modern ceramics and greenery creates a layered interior scheme.

Maintain mahogany timber by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and applying beeswax polish annually to preserve the finish. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber movement, cracking, and uneven colour loss.
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