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Rare Pair of Gillows Antique Quality Satinwood Waterfall Bookcases
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Rare Pair of Gillows Antique Quality Satinwood Waterfall Bookcases

19th century
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Rare pair of Gillows antique quality satinwood waterfall bookcases having the original brass gallery above a satinwood open waterfall bookcase with crossbanded satinwood backs and tops, one drawer, original brass knobs stamped Gillows above a single satinwood crossbanded door opening to reveal an adjustable shelf standing on square tapering satinwood legs

A fabulous pair in wonderful original condition, beautifully crafted and expertly designed by one of the leading cabinet makers of the Victorian period.

H 130.5 x W 48.5 x D 27cm

Date 1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
130.5cm (51.38")
Width
48.5cm (19.09")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Satinwood Waterfall Bookcase Pair to the 1880s.

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SA1228735
Dealers Internal Reference
1601
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Rare pair of Gillows antique quality satinwood waterfall bookcases having the original brass gallery above a satinwood open waterfall bookcase with crossbanded satinwood backs and tops, one drawer, original brass knobs stamped Gillows above a single satinwood crossbanded door opening to reveal an adjustable shelf standing on square tapering satinwood legs
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A fabulous pair in wonderful original condition, beautifully crafted and expertly designed by one of the leading cabinet makers of the Victorian period.
London City Antiques

H 130.5 x W 48.5 x D 27cm

Date 1880

Height
130.5cm (51.38")
Width
48.5cm (19.09")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Satinwood Waterfall Bookcase Pair to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228735
Dealers Internal Ref
1601
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A pair of Regency style satinwood waterfall bookcases featuring brass gallery tops, open graduated shelving, and a lower drawer over a panelled cupboard base.

Rare Pair of Gillows Antique Quality Satinwood Waterfall Bookcases

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A pair of Regency style satinwood waterfall bookcases featuring brass gallery tops, open graduated shelving, and a lower drawer over a panelled cupboard base.
Rare Pair of Gillows Antique Quality Satinwood Waterfall Bookcases
Ref: SA1228735
A pair of Regency style satinwood waterfall bookcases featuring brass gallery tops, open graduated shelving, and a lower drawer over a panelled cupboard base.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialSatinwood, Brass
  • ColourGolden Amber
  • MotifsWaterfall graduated shelves, Brass gallery rail, Single drawer over cupboard, Square tapered legs
  • SizeH 130.5 cm (51 in) x W 48.5 cm (19 in) x D 27 cm (11 in)

This pair of 1880 Regency style waterfall bookcases uses golden amber satinwood timber with contrasting darker wood crossbanding and brass hardware. Each piece stands 130.5 cm high, 48.5 cm wide, and 27 cm deep, resting on square tapering legs. The top section incorporates a perforated brass gallery rail above open graduated shelving with crossbanded backs. Below the upper shelves sits a single drawer fitted with stamped brass knobs, positioned directly over a panelled cupboard door that opens to reveal an adjustable interior shelf. Placed in a reception room, study, or hallway, these bookcases provide display space on the open upper tiers while concealing items inside the lower cabinet. The satinwood grain exhibits natural variations in tone across the timber panels, while the brass gallery and drawer pulls retain their original finish. The compact footprint suits placement against a wall or in an alcove, offering functional storage alongside decorative surfaces for books and ornaments.

FAQs

A waterfall bookcase features stepped or graduated open shelves that decrease in depth from the base to the top, resembling a cascading waterfall structure. Popularised during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, this design offered easy access to volumes of varying sizes.

Regency satinwood pieces typically feature solid timber frames faced with figurative West Indian or East Indian satinwood veneers, recognized for their golden lustre and silky grain pattern. Craftsmanship of this period often incorporates fine dovetail joinery, crossbanding, and cast brass gallery rails.

Authentic period pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer linings, original brass hardware, and natural hand-patinated wood surfaces without modern synthetic finishes. Stamping or incised lettering of cabinetmakers can often be found along drawer tops or rear panelling.

Pairing tiered satinwood bookcases on either side of a fireplace, doorway, or alcove creates visual symmetry and warm architectural framing. Displaying curated collections of art books, ceramics, and small framed prints alongside historic timber adds texture to modern neutral spaces.

Satinwood should be kept away from direct sunlight and severe temperature changes to prevent timber movement and veneer lifting. Dusting with a soft dry cloth and applying a thin coat of natural beeswax polish annually maintains the lustre without darkening the light wood tone.
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