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Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Astral Glazed Carved Mahogany Bookcase
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Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Astral Glazed Carved Mahogany Bookcase

19th century
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Outstanding quality large antique Victorian astral glazed carved mahogany bookcase having a magnificent quality carved pieced swan neck cornice above a pair of astral glazed doors opening to reveal four mahogany shelves with a reeded edge standing on four square carved mahogany legs with block feet united by a carved apron

An exceptional example boasting first class carving and quality craftsmanship

Dimensions:

Height 235 cm

Width 125.5 cm x

Depth 40 cm

Dated 1860

Physical Dimensions
Height
235cm (92.52")
Width
125.5cm (49.41")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Astragal Glazed Mahogany Bookcase to the 1860s.

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SA1235118
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2546
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Outstanding quality large antique Victorian astral glazed carved mahogany bookcase having a magnificent quality carved pieced swan neck cornice above a pair of astral glazed doors opening to reveal four mahogany shelves with a reeded edge standing on four square carved mahogany legs with block feet united by a carved apron

An exceptional example boasting first class carving and quality craftsmanship

Dimensions:

Height 235 cm

Width 125.5 cm x

Depth 40 cm

Dated 1860

Height
235cm (92.52")
Width
125.5cm (49.41")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Astragal Glazed Mahogany Bookcase to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235118
Dealers Internal Ref
2546
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A tall antique Victorian mahogany bookcase featuring a pierced swan-neck pediment, astragal glazed double doors, and carved legs.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Chippendale Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSwan-neck pediment, Pierced fretwork, Astragal glazing, Carved fretwork frieze
  • SizeH 235 cm (93 in) x W 125.5 cm (49 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

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An astragal glazed bookcase features glass doors framed with decorative wooden glazing bars, often forming geometric or botanical patterns. Popularised during the 18th century and reproduced in the Victorian period, these cabinets were crafted to protect valuable books while displaying them prominently.

Victorian bookcases commonly used solid mahogany or rich mahogany veneers over pine framing. Traditional cabinetmaking techniques include hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-carved fretwork pediments, and individual glass panes secured behind timber glazing bars.

Look for characteristic design elements such as swan-neck pediments, pierced fretwork, geometric glazing patterns, and hand-carved detail on the frieze or legs. Authentic period pieces show signs of age on interior timber surfaces, original brass lock mechanisms, and subtle hand-planing marks.

Position the cabinet as a focal piece in a hallway, dining space, or home office to contrast against minimalist backdrops. Use the glazed shelves to curate a mix of leather-bound volumes, ceramic vessels, and framed artwork rather than densely packed books.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish twice yearly along the grain. Keep the cabinet away from direct sunlight and central heating radiators to prevent mahogany veneers from fading, shrinking, or warping.
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