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Georgian Revival Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
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Georgian Revival Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Sold 19 July 2026 · Philip Hunt Antiques
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A charming Georgian Revival mahogany breakfront bookcase of diminutive proportions, offering elegant storage and display space. Standing on a plinth base, the lower section features finely bevelled panelled cupboard doors, while the upper section is fitted with four glazed doors opening to reveal a painted interior with adjustable shelving.

The moulded cornice is adorned with classic dentil detailing, enhancing the bookcase’s traditional Georgian character. Constructed in two sections for ease of transport and installation, this piece is both practical and decorative, making it ideal for smaller interiors where refined antique-style furniture is desired.

Presented in Good Condition

Size:

Height 79" (201cm)

Width 60" (152cm)

Depth 17" (43cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
201cm (79.13")
Width
152cm (59.84")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
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SA1215908
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PP118-20
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Description
A charming Georgian Revival mahogany breakfront bookcase of diminutive proportions, offering elegant storage and display space. Standing on a plinth base, the lower section features finely bevelled panelled cupboard doors, while the upper section is fitted with four glazed doors opening to reveal a painted interior with adjustable shelving.
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The moulded cornice is adorned with classic dentil detailing, enhancing the bookcase’s traditional Georgian character.
Philip Hunt Antiques

Constructed in two sections for ease of transport and installation, this piece is both practical and decorative, making it ideal for smaller interiors where refined antique-style furniture is desired.

Presented in Good Condition

Size:

Height 79" (201cm)

Width 60" (152cm)

Depth 17" (43cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 1920s.

Height
201cm (79.13")
Width
152cm (59.84")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1215908
Dealers Internal Ref
PP118-20
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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Telephone 07771 966 124 or 01603 629 999
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A large wooden breakfront bookcase featuring glazed upper doors and panelled lower cabinet doors in a dark mahogany finish.
Georgian Revival Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
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A large wooden breakfront bookcase featuring glazed upper doors and panelled lower cabinet doors in a dark mahogany finish.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorgian Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsBreakfront configuration, Glazed astragal glass doors, Panelled lower cabinets, Dental moulding cornice
  • SizeH 201 cm (79 in) x W 152 cm (60 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

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Georgian Revival furniture draws inspiration from the classical proportions, symmetry, and refined craftsmanship of the 18th-century reigns of George I through George IV, often reinterpreted during the late 19th and 20th centuries using traditional joinery and rich timbers.

These pieces are traditionally crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, frequently featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, brass hardware, and individually glazed glass panes set within timber framing.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the secondary woods used in internal framing, the type of joinery, hand-forged or period-appropriate screws and fixings, and natural signs of ageing and oxidisation on the timber surfaces.

Such substantial pieces anchor a room by providing architectural weight and display space, balancing modern minimalist furnishings through rich wood tones, or serving as a focal point in a home office or living area.

Maintain timber condition by keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent warping, dusting regularly with a dry lint-free cloth, and occasionally applying pure beeswax to nourish the wood.
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