Search 0
33,081  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 80 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTSNEW
80 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1238512
FOR SALE
£795
Email Phone
Save
Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
For sale by Philip Hunt Antiques
for sale €930     $1,010
£795
Philip Hunt Antiques

Philip Hunt Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Mar 2011
Browse dealers 564 items
  • About Us
    Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,
Relevant Links
Id #SA1238512
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

19th century
Description

A Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

A handsome Victorian mahogany open bookcase of elegant, understated design, raised upon a substantial plinth base. The bookcase is fitted with two adjustable shelves, offering versatile and practical display space for books, treasured collections or decorative objects.

The rich mahogany is beautifully complemented by contrasting ebony mouldings, adding definition and refinement to the overall design. A timeless and versatile piece, equally suited to a traditional library, study or distinguished living space.

Presented in good condition.

Size:

Height 39” (100cm)

Width 35 1/2” (90cm)

Depth 10” (26cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1238512
Dealers Internal Reference
PP123-4
Dealers Notes

Viewing by appointment only.

Appointments Available 7 Days a Week.

We will gladly provide a quote for delivery to any U.K Mainland address and overseas.

We offer a full 14 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your purchase. (all we ask is that you pay the return costs)

We accept payment by debit card, bank transfer or cheque.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information on this item on 01603 629999 or 07771 966124 or 07818 445302

Description
A Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
“
A handsome Victorian mahogany open bookcase of elegant, understated design, raised upon a substantial plinth base.
Philip Hunt Antiques

The bookcase is fitted with two adjustable shelves, offering versatile and practical display space for books, treasured collections or decorative objects.

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring open adjustable shelves, a dark interior, a upper moulded border, and a low plinth base.
fig 1. Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

The rich mahogany is beautifully complemented by contrasting ebony mouldings, adding definition and refinement to the overall design. A timeless and versatile piece, equally suited to a traditional library, study or distinguished living space.

Presented in good condition.

Size:

Height 39” (100cm)

Width 35 1/2” (90cm)

Depth 10” (26cm)

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1238512
Dealers Internal Ref
PP123-4
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Philip Hunt Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring open adjustable shelves, a dark interior, a upper moulded border, and a low plinth base.
1 / 5
Archive I A Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring open adjustable shelves, a dark interior, a upper moulded border, and a low plinth base.

Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

Archive II A Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring open adjustable shelves, a dark interior, a upper moulded border, and a low plinth base. View II
Archive III A Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring open adjustable shelves, a dark interior, a upper moulded border, and a low plinth base. View III
Archive IV A Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring open adjustable shelves, a dark interior, a upper moulded border, and a low plinth base. View IV
Archive V A Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring open adjustable shelves, a dark interior, a upper moulded border, and a low plinth base. View V
FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Enlarged Archival View
Philip Hunt Antiques

Philip Hunt Antiques
Telephone 07771 966 124 or 01603 629 999
Location
Sprowston
Norwich
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/philiphunt
Verified Since Mar 2011
Items For Sale 564
Items Sold 2,808
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Verified Since Mar 2011
View Dealer Info
Location: Sprowston, Norwich, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/philiphunt
Verified
Mar 2011
For Sale
564
Sold
2,808
A Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring open adjustable shelves, a dark interior, a upper moulded border, and a low plinth base.
Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
Ref: SA1238512
A Victorian mahogany open bookcase featuring open adjustable shelves, a dark interior, a upper moulded border, and a low plinth base.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPlinth base, Moulded top border, Open shelving, Darkened interior
  • SizeH 100 cm (39 in) x W 90 cm (35 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

FAQs

A Victorian open bookcase is an unglazed timber shelving unit produced during the reign of Queen Victoria, designed for accessible literary display with solid architectural lines and heavy mouldings.

Cabinetmakers primarily utilised dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, and walnut, frequently finished with rich veneers and hand-applied french polish over pine or secondary timber carcasses.

Authentic pieces often exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-planed timber backboards, rich natural patination, and proportional moulding details characteristic of 19th-century construction methods.

Position the unit against a neutral wall, pairing stacked volumes with ceramic vessels, contemporary art prints, and brass accessories to create visual balance between dark wood and modern finishes.

Dust surfaces regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply beeswax polish once or twice a year, ensuring the unit is kept away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories