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19th Century Walnut and Ormolu Open Bookcase by Johnstone and Jeanes
Martlesham Antiques
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19th Century Walnut and Ormolu Open Bookcase by Johnstone and Jeanes

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An exhibition quality large 19th Century walnut and ormolu open bookcase, having a wonderful figured and shaped top which is also crossbanded, the frieze below having decorative engraved ormolu moulding and further ormolu moulding at the bottom of the frieze, with four ormolu patraes at the centre, the bookcase having six adjustable shelves which is split into three sections with four concave pillars with further wonderful figuration, crossbanding on the sides and supported on a plinth base with decorated with engraved ormolu moulding. In excellent condition and having a lovely warm walnut colour. Circa 1860.

79" x 17" x 45" high

201cms x 43cms x 115cms high

The cabinet makers Johnstone and Jeanes produced very high quality antique furniture, as they only used the finest quality timbers and were skilled craftsmen. They were based in 67 New Bond Street in London from 1842 until 1880 run by John Johnstone. Specialising in tables and with a burgeoning reputation, they exhibited at all the major exhibitions. Notably London in 1851 and ’62 and Paris in 1878. With an aristocratic client list, the Royal collection acquired a walnut veneered table from the firm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
115cm (45.28")
Width
201cm (79.13")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1233523
Dealers Internal Reference
3740
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

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An exhibition quality large 19th Century walnut and ormolu open bookcase, having a wonderful figured and shaped top which is also crossbanded, the frieze below having decorative engraved ormolu moulding and further ormolu moulding at the bottom of the frieze, with four ormolu patraes at the centre, the bookcase having six adjustable shelves which is split into three sections with four concave pillars with further wonderful figuration, crossbanding on the sides and supported on a plinth base with decorated with engraved ormolu moulding. In excellent condition and having a lovely warm walnut colour. Circa 1860.
fig 1. A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base.
fig 1. 19th Century Walnut and Ormolu Open Bookcase by Johnstone and Jeanes

79" x 17" x 45" high

201cms x 43cms x 115cms high

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The cabinet makers Johnstone and Jeanes produced very high quality antique furniture, as they only used the finest quality timbers and were skilled craftsmen.
Martlesham Antiques

They were based in 67 New Bond Street in London from 1842 until 1880 run by John Johnstone. Specialising in tables and with a burgeoning reputation, they exhibited at all the major exhibitions. Notably London in 1851 and ’62 and Paris in 1878. With an aristocratic client list, the Royal collection acquired a walnut veneered table from the firm.

Height
115cm (45.28")
Width
201cm (79.13")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1233523
Dealers Internal Ref
3740
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

Martlesham Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base.

19th Century Walnut and Ormolu Open Bookcase by Johnstone and Jeanes

Archive II A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View VII
Archive VIII A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View VIII
Archive IX A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View IX
Archive X A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View X
Archive XI A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View XI
Archive XII A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View XII
Archive XIII A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View XIII
Archive XIV A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View XIV
Archive XV A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base. View XV
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Suffolk
IP12 4RJ
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A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base.
19TH CENTURY WALNUT AND ORMOLU OPEN BOOKCASE BY JOHNSTONE AND JEANES
Ref: SA1233523
A nineteenth-century low breakfront open bookcase crafted from burr walnut with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts along the top border and base.
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Victorian open bookcases, popular in nineteenth-century Britain, feature exposed adjustable or fixed shelving designed for direct access to literature, often constructed from rich hardwoods like walnut or mahogany with ornamental brass or ormolu embellishments.

Cabinetmakers during this period predominantly utilised solid hardwoods such as walnut, oak, and mahogany, frequently applying figured veneers like burr walnut and embellishing the piece with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts or carved timber mouldings.

Authentic pieces usually exhibit fine hand joinery such as hand-cut dovetails, original brass hardware, stamped maker marks or brass plaques, and age-appropriate wear to the timber finish and patinated gilt mounts.

A low antique open bookcase functions effectively beneath artwork or a mirror, providing storage for curated books, ceramics, and sculptural objects while adding warm wood tones to modern living spaces.

Maintain walnut timber using high-quality beeswax applied sparingly along the grain, while cleaning metal ormolu mounts exclusively with a soft, dry cloth to prevent damaging the natural aged patina.
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