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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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SA1238436
Dealers Internal Reference
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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SA1238436
Dealers Internal Ref
2546
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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A Victorian mahogany bookcase with twin astragal glazed doors, a carved swan-neck pediment, and geometric fretwork trim.
Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Astral Glazed Carved Mahogany Bookcase
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Chippendale Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Mahogany
  • MotifsSwan-neck pediment, Astragal glazing, Fretwork carving, Square legs
  • 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 cabinet doors set within decorative wooden glazing bars arranged in geometric patterns, a design popularised in 18th and 19th-century British cabinet making.

Victorian examples were predominantly constructed using solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over pine frameworks, fitted with glass panelling and brass hardware such as escutcheons and hinges.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carved glazing bars, hand-cut dovetail joinery, original brass fitments, and solid pine or oak secondary timber on the backboards and drawer linings.

Position the piece against a neutral wall to contrast the deep wood tones, and arrange the interior shelves with modern ceramics, framed artwork, or structured book arrangements.

Regularly dust with a dry lint-free cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish once or twice per year, keeping the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent shrinkage or warping.
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