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Large Edwardian Mahogany Open Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves, Circa 1900
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Large Edwardian Mahogany Open Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves, Circa 1900

1900 - 1920
Description

A large and handsome Edwardian mahogany open bookcase, circa 1900, of substantial proportions and attractive, practical design.

The rectangular moulded top is supported by a pair of pilasters and a central dividing upright, creating two generous open sections, each fitted with three adjustable shelves above a fixed base shelf.

The shelf fronts are finished with moulded edges, whilst the sides are simply panelled, and the whole stands on a moulded plinth base raised on small bun feet.

The mahogany has a rich, warm colour with attractive grain and a pleasing patina, displaying minor marks and wear consistent with age and use.

Offering excellent storage and display space, this generously proportioned bookcase would be equally suited to a library, study, sitting room or office.

Circa 1900

Physical Dimensions
Height
132cm (51.97")
Width
169cm (66.54")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Open Bookcase to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240319
Dealers Internal Reference
C3081
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Description
A large and handsome Edwardian mahogany open bookcase, circa 1900, of substantial proportions and attractive, practical design.
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The rectangular moulded top is supported by a pair of pilasters and a central dividing upright, creating two generous open sections, each fitted with three adjustable shelves above a fixed base shelf.
Salisbury Antiques Centre
fig 1. A wide Edwardian mahogany double-width open bookcase featuring adjustable shelves, a moulded cornice, and a sturdy plinth base.
fig 1. Large Edwardian Mahogany Open Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves, Circa 1900

The shelf fronts are finished with moulded edges, whilst the sides are simply panelled, and the whole stands on a moulded plinth base raised on small bun feet.

The mahogany has a rich, warm colour with attractive grain and a pleasing patina, displaying minor marks and wear consistent with age and use.

Offering excellent storage and display space, this generously proportioned bookcase would be equally suited to a library, study, sitting room or office.

Circa 1900

Height
132cm (51.97")
Width
169cm (66.54")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Open Bookcase to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1240319
Dealers Internal Ref
C3081
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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Archive I A wide Edwardian mahogany double-width open bookcase featuring adjustable shelves, a moulded cornice, and a sturdy plinth base.

Large Edwardian Mahogany Open Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves, Circa 1900

Archive II A wide Edwardian mahogany double-width open bookcase featuring adjustable shelves, a moulded cornice, and a sturdy plinth base. View II
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A wide Edwardian mahogany double-width open bookcase featuring adjustable shelves, a moulded cornice, and a sturdy plinth base.
Large Edwardian Mahogany Open Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves, Circa 1900
Ref: SA1240319
A wide Edwardian mahogany double-width open bookcase featuring adjustable shelves, a moulded cornice, and a sturdy plinth base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsMoulded cornice, Adjustable shelves, Twin-section frame, Plinth base
  • SizeH 132 cm (52 in) x W 169 cm (67 in) x D 37 cm (15 in)

FAQs

Edwardian open bookcases, produced between 1901 and 1910, typically feature clean proportions, refined classical moulding, and high-quality timber veneers such as mahogany. Unlike Victorian designs, which tend to be heavily embellished, Edwardian bookcases emphasize functional elegance and simpler silhouettes suited to lighter domestic interiors.

Solid mahogany, walnut, and oak were the primary timbers utilised during this era. Internal shelf supports often incorporated adjustable wooden sawtooth mechanisms or brass Tonks fittings, with pine or secondary softwoods utilised for back panels and interior framing.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-turned or machine-cut dovetail joints consistent with turn-of-the-century manufacturing. Look for original adjustable shelf mechanisms, natural wood oxidation on secondary timbers, and age-appropriate wear to the base plinth and cornice.

Position the bookcase against a neutral or rich background wall to showcase the mahogany tone. Mix bound books with decorative ceramics, structural glassware, or framed artwork on alternate shelves to balance visual weight and create negative space.

Keep the timber away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent drying or warping. Clean surfaces with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to preserve the original patina.
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