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Large Antique William IV Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase with Cupboards
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Large Antique William IV Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase with Cupboards

19th century
Sold 13 October 2026 · Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables
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A large William IV flame mahogany breakfront library bookcase, dating to circa 1830–1837, with four glazed upper doors above panelled cupboard doors.

The upper section is arranged as four glazed cupboards, each fitted with three adjustable shelves. The glazed doors have arched astragals, while the flame mahogany gives the piece a particularly attractive figured appearance.

The lower section is fitted with panelled cupboard doors and rounded wooden handles. The central cupboard contains two shelves, while each of the two side cupboards contains one shelf, providing substantial storage below the display sections.

The bookcase is designed to dismantle into a number of sections for movement and installation. The upper cupboards and lower cupboard sections separate individually, while the top cornice lifts away and slots into position. The base remains as one complete section, and the individual sections are secured together with screws when assembled.

A practical and substantial piece of English library furniture, well suited to a large book collection and particularly at home in a traditional library, study or drawing room.

Dimensions

• Height: 225 cm (88.58 in)

• Width: 263 cm (103.54 in)

• Depth: 53 cm (20.87 in)

Date of Manufacture

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this William IV Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
225cm (88.58")
Width
263cm (103.54")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Reference Numbers
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SA1215279
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Description
A large William IV flame mahogany breakfront library bookcase, dating to circa 1830–1837, with four glazed upper doors above panelled cupboard doors.

The upper section is arranged as four glazed cupboards, each fitted with three adjustable shelves.

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The glazed doors have arched astragals, while the flame mahogany gives the piece a particularly attractive figured appearance.
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables
fig 1. A large William IV flame mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring four glazed upper doors with arched astragal glazing and four panelled cupboard doors beneath.
fig 1. Large Antique William IV Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase with Cupboards

The lower section is fitted with panelled cupboard doors and rounded wooden handles. The central cupboard contains two shelves, while each of the two side cupboards contains one shelf, providing substantial storage below the display sections.

fig 2. A large William IV flame mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring four glazed upper doors with arched astragal glazing and four panelled cupboard doors beneath.
fig 2. Large Antique William IV Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase with Cupboards

The bookcase is designed to dismantle into a number of sections for movement and installation. The upper cupboards and lower cupboard sections separate individually, while the top cornice lifts away and slots into position. The base remains as one complete section, and the individual sections are secured together with screws when assembled.

fig 3. A large William IV flame mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring four glazed upper doors with arched astragal glazing and four panelled cupboard doors beneath.
fig 3. Large Antique William IV Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase with Cupboards

A practical and substantial piece of English library furniture, well suited to a large book collection and particularly at home in a traditional library, study or drawing room.

Dimensions

• Height: 225 cm (88.58 in)

• Width: 263 cm (103.54 in)

• Depth: 53 cm (20.87 in)

Date of Manufacture

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this William IV Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Height
225cm (88.58")
Width
263cm (103.54")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1215279
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2024
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A large William IV flame mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring four glazed upper doors with arched astragal glazing and four panelled cupboard doors beneath.
Large Antique William IV Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase with Cupboards
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass
  • ColourRich Reddish Brown
  • MotifsAstragal glazing, Breakfront silhouette, Flame mahogany veneers, Arched glazing bars
  • SizeH 225 cm (89 in) x W 263 cm (104 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

This large nineteenth-century William IV breakfront library bookcase is constructed from rich reddish-brown mahogany and finished with decorative flame mahogany veneers. The upper section comprises four glazed doors featuring arched astragal glazing bars and wooden door knobs, enclosing multiple shelves filled with books. The lower section contains four panelled wooden cupboard doors fitted with small rounded wooden handles. The moulded top cornice sits above the upper display cabinets, while the breakfront silhouette creates a stepped projection across the front elevation. The piece measures 225 cm high by 263 cm wide and 53 cm deep, dismantling into smaller sections for transport and installation. It is well suited for practical book storage and display in a traditional study, home library, or drawing room.

FAQs

William IV furniture, dating from 1830 to 1837, bridges the Regency and Victorian eras. Breakfront pieces feature a distinctive projecting central section flanked by recessed wings, characterised by architectural proportions and rich wood veneers.

These pieces were typically constructed using solid mahogany or oak frameworks overlaid with flame mahogany veneers, paired with hand-drawn glass panes and turned wooden or brass hardware.

Authentic period examples demonstrate hand-cut dovetail joinery, hand-planed rear panels, original astragal glazing with slight glass imperfections, and natural wear patterns on cabinet bases.

Positioning a substantial breakfront cabinet against a neutral wall allows the wood grain to stand out, while styling the interior shelves with a mixture of leather-bound volumes, modern ceramics, and sculptural items balances classical and modern aesthetic elements.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent veneer lifting. Clean glazed sections with a dry microfibre cloth and nourish the timber using a beeswax polish applied sparingly along the grain.
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