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Antique 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase
W H Barker Antiques
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Antique 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase

19th century
Description

A good quality 19th century mahogany library bookcase with a glazed top section having 2 interior drawers and 3 shelves, then the base comprises of 2 cupboards doors with a drawer and shelved interior.

A lovely rich colour and a good size.

Dimensions:

Height-213cm

Width-107cm

Depth Of Base-45cm

Depth Of Top-30cm

Please feel free to get in touch if you would like a delivery quote or any additional information!

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W H Barker Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Glazed Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1231020
Description
A good quality 19th century mahogany library bookcase with a glazed top section having 2 interior drawers and 3 shelves, then the base comprises of 2 cupboards doors with a drawer and shelved interior.
fig 1. A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase

A lovely rich colour and a good size.

Dimensions:

Height-213cm

Width-107cm

Depth Of Base-45cm

Depth Of Top-30cm

Please feel free to get in touch if you would like a delivery quote or any additional information!

Date of Manufacture

W H Barker Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Glazed Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231020
W H Barker Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2026
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Archive I A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets.

Antique 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase

Archive II A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View II
Archive III A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View XIII
Archive XIV A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets. View XIV
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W H Barker Antiques
Telephone 07712 012600
Location
4 Lane Ends Farm Store
Burley Bank Road
Killinghall
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/whbarker
Verified Since Aug 2026
Items For Sale 42
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W H Barker Antiques
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A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets.
Antique 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase
Ref: SA1231020
A 19th-century mahogany bookcase featuring two upper arched glazed doors displaying books, resting upon a lower two-door cupboard with flame veneer panels and carved scroll brackets.
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Victorian mahogany bookcases typically feature rich flame mahogany veneers, arched glazed upper doors to protect literature, and an enclosed cupboard base for concealed storage. Influenced by classical revivals, these pieces frequently showcase carved scroll accents, prominent cornices, and flattened bun feet.

These bookcases were constructed using timber frames faced with flame mahogany veneers, often applied over pine or oak carcases. Glazed doors incorporate glass panels set into wooden glazing bars, assembled using traditional hand-cut dovetail and mortise-and-tenon joinery.

Look for construction details such as hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, minor irregularities in original glass panes, and hand-planed timber backboards. Authentic period items display natural wear patterns around keyholes alongside genuine oxidisation on interior shelf surfaces.

Position the bookcase against a neutral or rich jewel-toned wall to highlight the mahogany wood grain. Combine traditional books with contemporary ceramics, framed artwork, and decorative brass objects across the shelves to create a balanced visual scheme.

Keep the cabinet away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent veneer lifting or timber warping. Clean the mahogany regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually along the natural wood grain.
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