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Antique Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet | China Cabinet
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Antique Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet | China Cabinet

1900 - 1920
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique early 20th century Edwardian breakfront cabinet in mahogany, an impressive and well-proportioned piece of excellent quality, made in the Chippendale revival style and showcasing fine craftsmanship.

The upper section is fitted with a central glazed door with shaped astragal glazing bars, opening to a shelved interior, flanked by two cupboard doors, each opening to further shelved storage. The stand below is fitted with three frieze drawers with brass swan-neck handles on pierced rosette backplates.

The cornice has a carved gadrooned edge above a frieze of interlaced blind fretwork, and the side doors are decorated with oval flame mahogany panels within carved scalloped borders. It stands on square legs with pierced Chinese fretwork brackets, joined by shaped pierced cross stretchers. The back is panelled in the traditional manner.

The mahogany displays a stunning flame figure to the door panels with a warm, rich colour and a lovely aged patina.

The cabinet is constructed in two sections, the cabinet and the stand, for ease of transport. Presented in good condition, a very desirable piece, perfect for a dining room, sitting room or study.

Product Reference : AF - 6740

Measurements : 144cm (56½") Width x 38cm (15") Depth x 127.5cm (50") Height

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
127.5cm (50.20")
Width
144cm (56.69")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1240664
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6740
Description
Antique early 20th century Edwardian breakfront cabinet in mahogany, an impressive and well-proportioned piece of excellent quality, made in the Chippendale revival style and showcasing fine craftsmanship.
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The upper section is fitted with a central glazed door with shaped astragal glazing bars, opening to a shelved interior, flanked by two cupboard doors, each opening to further shelved storage.
ActFurniture LTD

The stand below is fitted with three frieze drawers with brass swan-neck handles on pierced rosette backplates.

fig 1. An Edwardian dark mahogany breakfront cabinet featuring a central glazed door with geometric glazing bars flanked by two solid oval panel doors over three drawers and cross-stretched legs.
fig 1. Antique Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet | China Cabinet

The cornice has a carved gadrooned edge above a frieze of interlaced blind fretwork, and the side doors are decorated with oval flame mahogany panels within carved scalloped borders. It stands on square legs with pierced Chinese fretwork brackets, joined by shaped pierced cross stretchers. The back is panelled in the traditional manner.

fig 2. An Edwardian dark mahogany breakfront cabinet featuring a central glazed door with geometric glazing bars flanked by two solid oval panel doors over three drawers and cross-stretched legs.
fig 2. Antique Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet | China Cabinet

The mahogany displays a stunning flame figure to the door panels with a warm, rich colour and a lovely aged patina.

The cabinet is constructed in two sections, the cabinet and the stand, for ease of transport. Presented in good condition, a very desirable piece, perfect for a dining room, sitting room or study.

fig 3. An Edwardian dark mahogany breakfront cabinet featuring a central glazed door with geometric glazing bars flanked by two solid oval panel doors over three drawers and cross-stretched legs.
fig 3. Antique Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet | China Cabinet

Product Reference : AF - 6740

Measurements : 144cm (56½") Width x 38cm (15") Depth x 127.5cm (50") Height

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

fig 4. An Edwardian dark mahogany breakfront cabinet featuring a central glazed door with geometric glazing bars flanked by two solid oval panel doors over three drawers and cross-stretched legs.
fig 4. Antique Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet | China Cabinet

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 5. An Edwardian dark mahogany breakfront cabinet featuring a central glazed door with geometric glazing bars flanked by two solid oval panel doors over three drawers and cross-stretched legs.
fig 5. Antique Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet | China Cabinet

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

fig 6. An Edwardian dark mahogany breakfront cabinet featuring a central glazed door with geometric glazing bars flanked by two solid oval panel doors over three drawers and cross-stretched legs.
fig 6. Antique Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet | China Cabinet

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

fig 7. An Edwardian dark mahogany breakfront cabinet featuring a central glazed door with geometric glazing bars flanked by two solid oval panel doors over three drawers and cross-stretched legs.
fig 7. Antique Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet | China Cabinet

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Height
127.5cm (50.20")
Width
144cm (56.69")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1240664
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6740
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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WR6 5JE
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An Edwardian dark mahogany breakfront cabinet featuring a central glazed door with geometric glazing bars flanked by two solid oval panel doors over three drawers and cross-stretched legs.
Antique Edwardian Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet | China Cabinet
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDisplay Cabinets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsAstragal glazing, Oval panel mouldings, Fretwork frieze, Cross stretchers
  • SizeH 127.5 cm (50 in) x W 144 cm (57 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

This Edwardian breakfront cabinet belongs to the Chippendale revival style, fashioned from dark brown mahogany, glass and brass. The upper section contains a central glass door with shaped astragal glazing bars and a shelved interior, flanked by two cupboard doors carrying oval flame mahogany panels inside carved scalloped borders. A carved gadrooned edge crowns the top above an interlaced blind fretwork frieze. The stand below holds three frieze drawers fitted with brass swan-neck handles on pierced rosette backplates. Square legs support the structure, accented by pierced Chinese fretwork brackets and connected by shaped pierced cross stretchers. The timber exhibits a warm, rich colour, visible grain patterns and an aged patina. Measuring 127.5 cm high, 144 cm wide and 38 cm deep, the unit divides into two sections comprising the cabinet and the stand. Positioned in a dining room, sitting room or study, the piece provides functional display space behind glass and enclosed storage within the cupboards and drawers. The two-part construction aids positioning within a domestic interior. The open framework of the lower stretchers and upright legs lightens the visual weight of the heavy timber upper body while maintaining stability across the floor surface.

FAQs

An Edwardian breakfront cabinet features a central section that projects further forward than the flanking side sections, a design popularized in the 18th century and revived during the early 20th century.

Edwardian cabinet makers primarily used dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, and walnut, often incorporating flame mahogany veneers, glass glazing, and cast brass hardware.

Authentic Edwardian mahogany pieces often exhibit precision joinery combined with hand-finishing, blind fretwork carving, dovetailed drawer linings, and original float or crown glass panes in glazed doors.

Position the dark timber piece against neutral or muted wall tones and curate modern ceramics, glassware, or books within the central glazed section to balance historical craftsmanship with contemporary design.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish once or twice per year, keeping the furniture away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent warping.
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