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19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
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19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

19th century
Sold 30 March 2026 · Rawlings Antiques
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Description

Antique Victorian Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase – Circa 1860

A beautiful mid-19th century mahogany secretaire bookcase with elegant proportions and classic Victorian design.

The upper section features astragal glazed doors opening to display shelving, perfect for books or decorative pieces. The lower section comprises a chest of four graduated drawers with brass oval handles and attractive figured mahogany grain.

Raised on elegant bracket feet and finished with a moulded cornice, this is a highly decorative yet practical antique cabinet ideal for a study, library, or living room.

A timeless piece of Victorian craftsmanship.

Condition

In good antique condition with signs of age and use consistent with its period, adding to its authentic character.

We can arrange delivery through out the UK please enquire for our competitive delivery cost

Date of Manufacture

Rawlings Antiques has dated this 19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
216cm (85.04")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
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SA1201778
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase – Circa 1860
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A beautiful mid-19th century mahogany secretaire bookcase with elegant proportions and classic Victorian design.
Rawlings Antiques

The upper section features astragal glazed doors opening to display shelving, perfect for books or decorative pieces. The lower section comprises a chest of four graduated drawers with brass oval handles and attractive figured mahogany grain.

fig 1. A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with geometric wooden fretwork and a lower chest with a pull-down writing drawer.
fig 1. 19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Raised on elegant bracket feet and finished with a moulded cornice, this is a highly decorative yet practical antique cabinet ideal for a study, library, or living room.

A timeless piece of Victorian craftsmanship.

fig 2. A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with geometric wooden fretwork and a lower chest with a pull-down writing drawer.
fig 2. 19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Condition

In good antique condition with signs of age and use consistent with its period, adding to its authentic character.

We can arrange delivery through out the UK please enquire for our competitive delivery cost

Date of Manufacture

Rawlings Antiques has dated this 19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Height
216cm (85.04")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
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SA1201778
Rawlings Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2017
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19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

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Chelmsford
Essex
United Kingdom
Verified Since Aug 2017
Items For Sale 32
Items Sold 1,202
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A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with geometric wooden fretwork and a lower chest with a pull-down writing drawer.
19th century mahogany secretaire bookcase
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A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with geometric wooden fretwork and a lower chest with a pull-down writing drawer.
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  • ObjectSecretaire Bookcase
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian / Victorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGlazed glass doors, Geometric fretwork, Brass drop handles, Drop-front writing drawer
  • SizeH 216 cm (85 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

Secretaire bookcases emerged in the 18th century as a multifunctional piece of furniture that combined a writing desk with a display cabinet for books and prized possessions.

These cabinets were typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, brass hardware, and glazed glass panel doors.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-turned screws, irregular hand-blown glass panes, hand-cut dovetails on drawer construction, and natural ageing of the timber.

This piece works well as a focal point in a home office or living room, styled with a mix of vintage leather-bound books and modern ceramics to balance old and new.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and treat it periodically with traditional beeswax to nourish the wood.
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