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Large Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase.
Ruby Antiques
for sale €761     $826
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Large Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase.

19th century
For Sale by Ruby Antiques
Description

Large Victorian mahogany open Bookcase with four shelves which are fully adjustable. The Bookcase is in good condition no wood worm or breaks. The Bookcase has a good colour and stand well and will hold many books and is ready to use. The measurements are 58.5 inches tall x 53 inches wide x 25.5 inches deep. Any

questions please phone 07733 264767.

Physical Dimensions
Height
148.5cm (58.46")
Width
134.9cm (53.11")
Depth
31.7cm (12.48")
Declaration

Ruby Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1228320
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Description
Large Victorian mahogany open Bookcase with four shelves which are fully adjustable. The Bookcase is in good condition no wood worm or breaks. The Bookcase has a good colour and stand well and will hold many books and is ready to use. The measurements are 58.5 inches tall x 53 inches wide x 25.5 inches deep. Any

questions please phone 07733 264767.

Height
148.5cm (58.46")
Width
134.9cm (53.11")
Depth
31.7cm (12.48")
Date of Manufacture

Ruby Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228320
Ruby Antiques
Ruby Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2021
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Telephone 07733 264 767
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Dawes Farm
Taunton Road
Bridgewater
Somerset
TA6 6PS
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Apr 2021
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A large Victorian mahogany open bookcase with five adjustable shelves, a moulded upper cornice, and a solid plinth base.
Large Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase.
Ref: SA1228320
A large Victorian mahogany open bookcase with five adjustable shelves, a moulded upper cornice, and a solid plinth base.
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Victorian open bookcases feature exposed shelving without glass doors, crafted predominantly from rich hardwoods like mahogany, oak, or walnut. Popular throughout the nineteenth century, these pieces were designed for functional, accessible literary display within private studies and home libraries.

High-grade mahogany, walnut, and oak were the primary timbers used for visible surfaces, frequently paired with pine or secondary softwoods for back panels and internal drawer linings. Traditional construction involved hand-cut dovetail joinery, heavy moulded cornices, and solid plinth bases.

Authentic pieces display historical indicators such as hand-sawn timber marks on original backboards, natural oxidisation on unpolished undersides, and cast iron or timber shelf support mechanisms. The mahogany timber typically exhibits a deep, rich patina that develops naturally over decades.

Integrate heavy timber tones into contemporary spaces by alternating vertical book arrangements with ceramic art objects, framed prints, or glassware. Positioning a dark mahogany unit against light neutral walls creates a balanced focal point in living rooms, hallways, or home offices.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a clean, dry microfiber cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish twice a year along the wood grain. Position the furniture away from direct sunlight, radiators, and damp walls to prevent timber shrinkage, warping, and finish deterioration.
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