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Victorian Walnut Breakfront Bookcase
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

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Victorian Walnut Breakfront Bookcase

19th century
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A superb Victorian walnut breakfront bookcase in excellent condition. The rich colouring, beautifully figured grain and an exceptional level of decorative craftsmanship. The bookcase is arranged in three glazed sections, the two outer compartments feature shelves edged with scalloped leather dust-covers, tooled with gilt floral motifs — a luxurious detail rarely seen and wonderfully preserved. The central door is adorned with fine marquetry inlay, Additional ormolu mounts enrich the corners and lower panels. Inside, the bookcase offers generous storage and display space, with clean, well-kept interiors. This is a striking statement bookcase, ready to bring warmth, refinement and history to any interior.

Physical Dimensions
Height
106.5cm (41.93")
Width
176cm (69.29")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Walnut Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1201392
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI4098
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All measurements are done to the widest point .

Please feel free to contact me with any enquiry or for more pictures .

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We can arrange to deliver any where in the world just let us know your destination and we will get a quote for you .

Here at Sinclair's Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best to ensure all our items are described and photographed to show any flaws or damage such as shrinkage splits, losses or lifts to veneer, repairs or marks. However giving the age and the fact that each piece will have had years of polishing to create its own individual character we cannot describe every minor mark separately and therefore recommend you either visit our warehouse or request extra photographs.

We offer a 7 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with any of your items purchased from us however cannot refund the return shipping cost.

If you are not sure please do not purchase without contacting us.

Description
A superb Victorian walnut breakfront bookcase in excellent condition. The rich colouring, beautifully figured grain and an exceptional level of decorative craftsmanship. The bookcase is arranged in three glazed sections, the two outer compartments feature shelves edged with scalloped leather dust-covers, tooled with gilt floral motifs — a luxurious detail rarely seen and wonderfully preserved.
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The central door is adorned with fine marquetry inlay, Additional ormolu mounts enrich the corners and lower panels.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Inside, the bookcase offers generous storage and display space, with clean, well-kept interiors. This is a striking statement bookcase, ready to bring warmth, refinement and history to any interior.

Height
106.5cm (41.93")
Width
176cm (69.29")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Walnut Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1201392
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI4098
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Telephone 07977 119 787
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91 Main Street
Thornton
Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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A low Victorian burr walnut breakfront bookcase featuring three arched glass doors, floral marquetry inlay, and gilt bronze mounts.
Victorian Walnut Breakfront Bookcase
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A low Victorian burr walnut breakfront bookcase featuring three arched glass doors, floral marquetry inlay, and gilt bronze mounts.
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A Victorian breakfront bookcase is characterised by a central section that projects forward beyond the adjacent side compartments. Originating in 19th-century cabinet making, these pieces often feature glazed glass doors, decorative wood veneers, and classical ornamental details.

Craftsmen typically utilised dense hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or oak, often finished with figurative burr veneers. Decorative elements frequently incorporated floral marquetry, glass pane doors, and cast gilt-bronze or brass mounts.

Authentic 19th-century pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, thick hand-cut wood veneers, and original back panels with visible tool marks. Original gilt metal mounts will display natural surface oxidisation rather than uniform modern electroplating.

A low breakfront bookcase functions effectively as a focal credenza in a dining room, hallway, or living space. Modern styling often pairs the warm timber tones with neutral wall paint, artwork mounted above the surface, or curated ceramic displays behind the glass doors.

Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth prevents dust accumulation within detailed marquetry. Applying a natural beeswax polish once or twice a year protects the timber veneer and preserves the depth of the natural finish without damaging the patina.
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