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Large Victorian Ebonised Breakfront Library Bookcase Cabinet.
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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Large Victorian Ebonised Breakfront Library Bookcase Cabinet.

19th century
Description

Large Victorian ebonised breakfront library bookcase cabinet.

In 4 sections.

The glazed section is in one and heavy.

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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Victorian Ebonised Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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Description
Large Victorian ebonised breakfront library bookcase cabinet.

In 4 sections.

The glazed section is in one and heavy.

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Victorian Ebonised Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1231147
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2012

Instagram @ruperthitchcoxantiques -- large and varied selection.

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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Telephone 07710 561 505
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Warpsgrove
Nr Chalgrove
Oxford
OX44 7RW
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Aug 2012
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A large Victorian ebonised and mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, panelled lower cupboards, and fluted side pilasters.
Large Victorian ebonised breakfront library bookcase cabinet.
Ref: SA1231147
A large Victorian ebonised and mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, panelled lower cupboards, and fluted side pilasters.
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A Victorian breakfront bookcase is characterised by a central section that projects forward beyond the flanking side wings. Ebonised examples feature wood treated or stained to resemble ebony, combined with glass display doors in the upper section and solid panelled cupboards below.

These cabinets were predominantly constructed using hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, often finished with ebonised lacquers or dark stains. Upper sections featured blown float glass panes, while brass hinges, locks, and handles secured the doors.

Authentic pieces feature period joinery including hand-cut dovetail joints, original glass with slight optical distortions, and cast brass hardware. The breakfront architecture typically separates into multiple sections to facilitate transport.

A large ebonised bookcase acts as an architectural focal point in living rooms, study spaces, or hallways. Pairing dark woodwork with muted wall tones or textured wallpapers balances its visual weight, while displaying ceramics alongside books lightens the upper glazed sections.

Dust regularly using a dry, soft microfibre cloth to prevent scratching the finish. Avoid harsh chemical sprays or water; instead, apply a specialised dark beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to nourish the wood and preserve the ebonised patina.
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