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A Late Victorian Breakfront Large Bookcase C1900
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
for sale €1,106     $1,200
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A Late Victorian Breakfront Large Bookcase C1900

19th century
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A late Victorian Breakfront large bookcase and dating from around 1900. This original piece has a glazed door to the centre top with a moulded cornice above and two fully adjustable shelves inside. To each end is a glazed door with moulded cornice above and a readed lip underneath with two fully adjustable shelves inside. The base has a moulded edge with a central glazed door with two fully adjustable shelves. The doors to both sides have a carved moulded panel above a readed moulded panel and two adjustable shelves inside both. All doors have Brass escutcheons and key. It stands on a plinth base and separates for ease of movement.

Measures: Height to Top: 81" x Height to Top Base: 36" x Internal Depth Centre: 11" x Internal Depth ends: 9" Width: 60" x Depth: 18"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Physical Dimensions
Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1223992
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W4068/11.7
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01423 561334/07884 377373

Description
A late Victorian Breakfront large bookcase and dating from around 1900.
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This original piece has a glazed door to the centre top with a moulded cornice above and two fully adjustable shelves inside.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

To each end is a glazed door with moulded cornice above and a readed lip underneath with two fully adjustable shelves inside. The base has a moulded edge with a central glazed door with two fully adjustable shelves. The doors to both sides have a carved moulded panel above a readed moulded panel and two adjustable shelves inside both. All doors have Brass escutcheons and key. It stands on a plinth base and separates for ease of movement.

fig 1. A late Victorian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring a stepped glazed upper section and carved panel lower doors.
fig 1. A Late Victorian Breakfront Large Bookcase C1900

Measures: Height to Top: 81" x Height to Top Base: 36" x Internal Depth Centre: 11" x Internal Depth ends: 9" Width: 60" x Depth: 18"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

fig 2. A late Victorian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring a stepped glazed upper section and carved panel lower doors.
fig 2. A Late Victorian Breakfront Large Bookcase C1900

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1223992
Dealers Internal Ref
W4068/11.7
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
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Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07884 377373
Location
Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
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A late Victorian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring a stepped glazed upper section and carved panel lower doors.
A LATE VICTORIAN BREAKFRONT LARGE BOOKCASE C1900
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Late Victorian breakfront bookcases feature a central section that projects forward beyond the flanking side wings. Popularised in the 19th century, these large library cabinets incorporate glazed doors, moulded cornices, and decorative timber carvings reflecting historic revival styles.

Cabinetmakers during this period predominantly utilised dense hardwoods such as solid mahogany and walnut, paired with clear glass door panels. Internal shelving was constructed from solid timber, while hardware typically featured brass locks, hinges, and escutcheons.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail jointing, natural signs of timber age, and period-appropriate brass lock mechanisms. Original glass may exhibit subtle surface distortion, and carved detailing typically features hand-finished architectural or floral motifs.

A substantial breakfront cabinet serves as a focal point in a living room, dining space, or home office. Displaying books alongside curated ceramics or glassware within the glazed sections balances the visual weight of dark timber in contemporary spaces.

Position the bookcase away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber movement and finish bleaching. Dust regularly with a soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish periodically along the grain to maintain the protective finish.
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