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Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900
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Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900

1900 - 1920
Description

A fine Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase, dating from the early 20th century, offering elegant proportions, superb craftsmanship and excellent storage. Constructed in richly figured mahogany, this handsome antique bookcase features a distinctive breakfront design with a series of adjustable open shelves above and spacious enclosed cupboards below.

The upper section provides generous display space for books, collectibles, decorative objects and office accessories, while the lower cupboards offer practical concealed storage. The warm mahogany colour, clean lines and restrained Edwardian styling make this piece equally suitable for traditional, country house or contemporary interiors.

With its substantial width and impressive height, this antique mahogany bookcase would make a striking statement in a library, study, home office, sitting room or commercial interior.

A beautiful and functional example of Edwardian antique furniture, combining timeless elegance with everyday practicality.

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Key Features

• Authentic Edwardian period bookcase

• Quality mahogany construction

• Attractive breakfront design

• Open shelving for book and display storage

• Three spacious cupboards below

• Rich warm mahogany patina

• Excellent library, study or home office furniture

• Elegant proportions and classic Edwardian styling

• Practical combination of display and concealed storage

• Versatile statement piece for traditional and contemporary interiors

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Dimensions

Width: 187 cm (73½ inches)

Depth: 40 cm (16 inches)

Height: 197 cm (77½ inches)

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

• Delivery

• UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

• On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with.

This Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase, is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

Guarantee

This Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase, carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 50 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

• Hingstons Distance selling policy.

• Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

• Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Physical Dimensions
Height
197cm (77.56")
Width
187cm (73.62")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1240535
Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

Description
A fine Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase, dating from the early 20th century, offering elegant proportions, superb craftsmanship and excellent storage.
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Constructed in richly figured mahogany, this handsome antique bookcase features a distinctive breakfront design with a series of adjustable open shelves above and spacious enclosed cupboards below.
Hingstons of Wilton
fig 1. An Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section filled with books and an enclosed lower cupboard base.
fig 1. Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900

The upper section provides generous display space for books, collectibles, decorative objects and office accessories, while the lower cupboards offer practical concealed storage. The warm mahogany colour, clean lines and restrained Edwardian styling make this piece equally suitable for traditional, country house or contemporary interiors.

fig 2. An Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section filled with books and an enclosed lower cupboard base.
fig 2. Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900

With its substantial width and impressive height, this antique mahogany bookcase would make a striking statement in a library, study, home office, sitting room or commercial interior.

A beautiful and functional example of Edwardian antique furniture, combining timeless elegance with everyday practicality.

fig 3. An Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section filled with books and an enclosed lower cupboard base.
fig 3. Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900

________________________________________

Key Features

• Authentic Edwardian period bookcase

• Quality mahogany construction

• Attractive breakfront design

• Open shelving for book and display storage

• Three spacious cupboards below

fig 4. An Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section filled with books and an enclosed lower cupboard base.
fig 4. Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900

• Rich warm mahogany patina

• Excellent library, study or home office furniture

• Elegant proportions and classic Edwardian styling

• Practical combination of display and concealed storage

• Versatile statement piece for traditional and contemporary interiors

fig 5. An Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section filled with books and an enclosed lower cupboard base.
fig 5. Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900

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Dimensions

Width: 187 cm (73½ inches)

Depth: 40 cm (16 inches)

Height: 197 cm (77½ inches)

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

fig 6. An Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section filled with books and an enclosed lower cupboard base.
fig 6. Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900

• Delivery

• UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

fig 7. An Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section filled with books and an enclosed lower cupboard base.
fig 7. Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900

• On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with.

fig 8. An Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section filled with books and an enclosed lower cupboard base.
fig 8. Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900

This Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase, is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

Guarantee

This Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase, carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 50 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

fig 9. An Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section filled with books and an enclosed lower cupboard base.
fig 9. Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage C.1900

• Hingstons Distance selling policy.

• Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

• Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Height
197cm (77.56")
Width
187cm (73.62")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240535
Hingstons of Wilton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

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An Edwardian mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring an open upper shelving section filled with books and an enclosed lower cupboard base.
Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase with Open Shelving & Cupboard Storage c.1900
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBreakfront profile, Open shelving, Panelled cupboard doors, Moulded cornice
  • SizeH 197 cm (78 in) x W 187 cm (74 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

An Edwardian breakfront bookcase features a central section that projects forward from the flanking wing sections, typical of early 20th-century design which favoured lighter proportioning while retaining classic library functionality.

Craftspeople predominantly utilised solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over pine or oak frames, often incorporating adjustable timber shelves and panelled cupboard doors.

Authentic pieces typically display cabinetmaking techniques from the turn of the 20th century, smooth door movement, period hardware, and precise joinery.

Balance the dark timber tones by placing the piece against neutral walls, mixing vintage volumes with contemporary ceramics, art objects, and understated decorative items.

Keep the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking or fading, and apply a high-grade beeswax polish periodically along the wood grain.
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