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Late Victorian Glazed Bookcase Above Cupboard
Steven Swann Antiques
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Late Victorian Glazed Bookcase Above Cupboard

19th century
Description

A fine late Victorian glazed bookcase above cupboard, fitted with adjustable shelves enclosed behind original glazed doors. The period glass retains its characteristic air bubbles and subtle imperfections, adding to the authenticity of the piece.

The lower section incorporates two short drawers above a pair of carved cupboard doors, each centred with an urn motif framed by flowing foliate decoration. Raised on a plinth base, the proportions are balanced and practical, making it equally suited to books, ceramics, or decorative objects.

A closely related companion bookcase is also available separately. This unit seperates into two sections to ease transportation.

Condition Report

In excellent antique condition. The lower left cupboard door has developed a slight historic bow. This is only noticeable on close inspection and does not affect function. Minor marks and wear are consistent with age.

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
207.3cm (81.61")
Width
118.6cm (46.69")
Depth
40.7cm (16.02")
Declaration

Steven Swann Antiques has dated this Victorian Glazed Bookcase Cabinet to the Victorian era.

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SA1220849
Dealers Internal Reference
SA1744
Description
A fine late Victorian glazed bookcase above cupboard, fitted with adjustable shelves enclosed behind original glazed doors.
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The period glass retains its characteristic air bubbles and subtle imperfections, adding to the authenticity of the piece.
Steven Swann Antiques
fig 1. A late Victorian wooden glazed bookcase featuring two upper glass doors above two drawers and a double-door cupboard carved with floral urn motifs.
fig 1. Late Victorian Glazed Bookcase Above Cupboard

The lower section incorporates two short drawers above a pair of carved cupboard doors, each centred with an urn motif framed by flowing foliate decoration. Raised on a plinth base, the proportions are balanced and practical, making it equally suited to books, ceramics, or decorative objects.

fig 2. A late Victorian wooden glazed bookcase featuring two upper glass doors above two drawers and a double-door cupboard carved with floral urn motifs.
fig 2. Late Victorian Glazed Bookcase Above Cupboard

A closely related companion bookcase is also available separately. This unit seperates into two sections to ease transportation.

Condition Report

In excellent antique condition. The lower left cupboard door has developed a slight historic bow. This is only noticeable on close inspection and does not affect function. Minor marks and wear are consistent with age.

fig 3. A late Victorian wooden glazed bookcase featuring two upper glass doors above two drawers and a double-door cupboard carved with floral urn motifs.
fig 3. Late Victorian Glazed Bookcase Above Cupboard

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Height
207.3cm (81.61")
Width
118.6cm (46.69")
Depth
40.7cm (16.02")
Date of Manufacture

Steven Swann Antiques has dated this Victorian Glazed Bookcase Cabinet to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220849
Dealers Internal Ref
SA1744
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Archive I A late Victorian wooden glazed bookcase featuring two upper glass doors above two drawers and a double-door cupboard carved with floral urn motifs.

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United Kingdom

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A late Victorian wooden glazed bookcase featuring two upper glass doors above two drawers and a double-door cupboard carved with floral urn motifs.
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Late Victorian bookcases typically feature solid hardwood construction, deep cornices, double-section designs, and a combination of glazed upper doors with panelled lower cupboards.

Cabinet makers during this period predominantly used solid oak, mahogany, and walnut, often paired with hand-cut glass panes and solid brass hardware.

Authentic pieces display period-specific features such as hand-dovetailed drawer joints, original drawn glass with slight imperfections, hand-carved decorative motifs, and natural age-related oxidisation on the timber and ironwork.

Positioning a substantial Victorian piece in a contemporary study or living room creates an anchor point; styling the interior shelves with a mix of books, ceramics, and modern art bridges historic craftsmanship with modern aesthetics.

Regularly dust the timber with a soft dry cloth and apply beeswax periodically along the grain. Clean the glass with a non-ammonia cleaner applied directly to a cloth rather than sprayed onto the surrounding wood.
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