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19th Century William IV Mahogany Library Bookcase, C1840
Anthony Short Antiques
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19th Century William IV Mahogany Library Bookcase, C1840

19th century
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Untouched Quality 19th-century William IV Period Mahogany 4-door Library Bookcase

An untouched early 19th-century William IV period flamed mahogany 4-door library bookcase. It features a square-cornered, moulded, stepped breakfront cornice above four astragal-glazed doors that enclose adjustable shelves. The lower breakfront section consists of four arched panelled cupboard doors, flanked by turned columns with leaf-carved capitals, opening to reveal shelved cupboards. The entire piece stands on an integral breakfront plinth base. This bookcase is of exceptional quality, with a rich, original colour and striking grain. Made in England, circa 1840, it comes with its original keys and working locks. This stunning antique bookcase splits into eleven sections for easy transport and remains in lovely, original condition. The shelves in both the upper and lower sections are fully adjustable.

The golden solid mahogany has acquired a rich, warm, honeyed patina, highlighting the figure of the timber and attesting to both the piece’s quality and its careful stewardship over nearly two centuries. William IV bookcases are renowned for their combination of presence and refinement, often executed in dense, high quality mahogany, and this example exemplifies that tradition.

Condition is excellent, with the original surfaces presenting a deep, lustrous finish and only the minor, sympathetic signs of age expected in a well preserved piece of this period. The overall effect is of a grand yet understated bookcase that serves equally well as a working library piece and a focal point in a sophisticated interior. A superb example of early 19th-century craftsmanship and classic William IV design.

Height 259cm (102.0in)

Width 255cm (100.4in)

Depth 60cm (23.6in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
259cm (101.97")
Width
255cm (100.39")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this William IV Mahogany Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1206049
Dealers Internal Reference
1501
Description
Untouched Quality 19th-century William IV Period Mahogany 4-door Library Bookcase

An untouched early 19th-century William IV period flamed mahogany 4-door library bookcase.

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It features a square-cornered, moulded, stepped breakfront cornice above four astragal-glazed doors that enclose adjustable shelves.
Anthony Short Antiques

The lower breakfront section consists of four arched panelled cupboard doors, flanked by turned columns with leaf-carved capitals, opening to reveal shelved cupboards. The entire piece stands on an integral breakfront plinth base. This bookcase is of exceptional quality, with a rich, original colour and striking grain. Made in England, circa 1840, it comes with its original keys and working locks. This stunning antique bookcase splits into eleven sections for easy transport and remains in lovely, original condition. The shelves in both the upper and lower sections are fully adjustable.

fig 1. A 19th-century William IV breakfront mahogany library bookcase featuring four glazed doors above a lower cupboard base.
fig 1. 19th Century William IV Mahogany Library Bookcase, C1840

The golden solid mahogany has acquired a rich, warm, honeyed patina, highlighting the figure of the timber and attesting to both the piece’s quality and its careful stewardship over nearly two centuries. William IV bookcases are renowned for their combination of presence and refinement, often executed in dense, high quality mahogany, and this example exemplifies that tradition.

fig 2. A 19th-century William IV breakfront mahogany library bookcase featuring four glazed doors above a lower cupboard base.
fig 2. 19th Century William IV Mahogany Library Bookcase, C1840

Condition is excellent, with the original surfaces presenting a deep, lustrous finish and only the minor, sympathetic signs of age expected in a well preserved piece of this period. The overall effect is of a grand yet understated bookcase that serves equally well as a working library piece and a focal point in a sophisticated interior. A superb example of early 19th-century craftsmanship and classic William IV design.

Height 259cm (102.0in)

Width 255cm (100.4in)

Depth 60cm (23.6in)

Height
259cm (101.97")
Width
255cm (100.39")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this William IV Mahogany Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1206049
Dealers Internal Ref
1501
Anthony Short Antiques
Anthony Short Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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Telephone 07595 60 33 48
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West Sussex
GU28 0AH
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A 19th-century William IV breakfront mahogany library bookcase featuring four glazed doors above a lower cupboard base.
19TH CENTURY WILLIAM IV MAHOGANY LIBRARY BOOKCASE, C1840
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William IV style furniture, spanning from 1830 to 1837, bridges the Regency and early Victorian eras with substantial proportions, bold architectural detailing, and rich wood veneers such as flame mahogany.

Cabinetmakers typically constructed these bookcases using solid mahogany framing with flame mahogany veneers, hand-blown float glass panels, solid oak drawer linings, and cast brass hardware.

Key indicators include reeded pilasters, architectural cornices, circular fielded panel doors, hand-dovetailed drawer joinery, and original brass lever locks.

A breakfront bookcase serves as a central architectural focal point in a living area or home office, suited for displaying decorative objects and ceramics alongside book collections.

Routine maintenance requires dusting with a soft cloth and a light application of beeswax polish once or twice a year, while keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight.
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