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Antique Georgian Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet C.1800
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Antique Georgian Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet C.1800

18th century
Description

A fine George III Sheraton period mahogany cabinet bookcase of particularly compact form, the upper section featuring boxwood-strung Gothic astragal glazed doors opening to three shelves beneath a cornice with a chequered band and continuous elliptical frieze centered by an inlaid shell tablet, set on a cupboard base with twin doors displaying matching flame mahogany oval reserves within quarter-veneered fields and crossbanded margins, all raised on turned feet.

Perfectly scaled for a townhouse drawing room, study or formal dining room. The substantial shelved lower cupboard handles deep domestic storage, while the upper shelves offer excellent accommodation for a mix of literature and porcelain.

The bookcase section houses three shelves, comprising a central fixed shelf positioned between two adjustable shelves, with both sections accompanied by later keys operating the locks. The piece separates into two for transit, the upper bookcase securing to the base with two internal screws.

Very good antique condition, with an excellent, richly time-worn surface patination throughout, some minor historic veneer repairs and stable veneer contraction lines consistent with age. Structurally sound and ready to place.

English, circa 1800.

Dimensions

Height: 198 cm

Width: 91.5 cm

Depth: 45 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
198cm (77.95")
Width
91.5cm (36.02")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

Founders Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet to the Georgian era.

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SA1221638
Dealers Internal Reference
3750
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Description
A fine George III Sheraton period mahogany cabinet bookcase of particularly compact form, the upper section featuring boxwood-strung Gothic astragal glazed doors opening to three shelves beneath a cornice with a chequered band and continuous elliptical frieze centered by an inlaid shell tablet, set on a cupboard base with twin doors displaying matching flame mahogany oval reserves within quarter-veneered fields and crossbanded margins, all raised on turned feet.

Perfectly scaled for a townhouse drawing room, study or formal dining room.

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The substantial shelved lower cupboard handles deep domestic storage, while the upper shelves offer excellent accommodation for a mix of literature and porcelain.
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fig 1. A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet C.1800

The bookcase section houses three shelves, comprising a central fixed shelf positioned between two adjustable shelves, with both sections accompanied by later keys operating the locks. The piece separates into two for transit, the upper bookcase securing to the base with two internal screws.

fig 2. A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays.
fig 2. Antique Georgian Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet C.1800

Very good antique condition, with an excellent, richly time-worn surface patination throughout, some minor historic veneer repairs and stable veneer contraction lines consistent with age. Structurally sound and ready to place.

English, circa 1800.

Dimensions

Height: 198 cm

Width: 91.5 cm

Depth: 45 cm

Height
198cm (77.95")
Width
91.5cm (36.02")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1221638
Dealers Internal Ref
3750
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Archive I A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays.

Antique Georgian Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet C.1800

Archive II A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View II
Archive III A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View III
Archive IV A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View IV
Archive V A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View V
Archive VI A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View VI
Archive VII A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View VII
Archive VIII A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View VIII
Archive IX A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View IX
Archive X A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View X
Archive XI A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View XI
Archive XII A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View XII
Archive XIII A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays. View XIII
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A two-part Georgian mahogany cabinet featuring upper astragal glazed doors with gothic arches and a lower two-door cupboard with oval wood inlays.
Antique Georgian Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet c.1800
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Originating in 18th and early 19th-century Britain, Georgian mahogany bookcase cabinets typically feature a two-part construction with a glazed upper section for books or china and a solid cupboard base. They are distinguished by classical proportions, astragal glazing bars, and refined timber inlays.

These cabinets were predominantly crafted from solid and veneered mahogany, favoured for its dense grain and durability. Hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine secondary woods, and mouth-blown crown glass panes were standard construction methods.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of hand-craftsmanship, such as irregular hand-cut dovetail drawers, original brass ironmongery traces, and uneven backboards made of pine or oak. Additionally, original mouth-blown glass often displays subtle distortion, air bubbles, and slight colour variations.

A Georgian cabinet can serve as a focal point in a home office, dining room, or living space by pairing dark mahogany wood with contemporary art or neutral wall tones. Styling the interior shelves with a mix of vintage books, minimalist ceramics, and glass objects balances the traditional aesthetic.

Keep the cabinet away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood shrinkage, cracking, and surface fading. Clean timber surfaces with a soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually, while avoiding harsh chemical sprays on the glass and mahogany.
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