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George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase in the Manner of Thomas Sheraton
Moxhams Antiques
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George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase in the Manner of Thomas Sheraton

18th century
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A George III Sheraton period mahogany breakfront bookcase of good low-waisted proportions; attractive arched glazing bars inlaid with ebony and satinwood diamonds which match the inlaid diamonds in the doors of the base; dismantles into 3 vertical sections Circa 1795

Physical Dimensions
Height
214cm (84.25")
Width
230cm (90.55")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Georgian era.

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SA559799
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CA702
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Established in 1967,Moxhams Antiques is a family business with a large shop in Bradford-on-Avon near Bath. We have an extensive and varied stock specialising in good period town and country furniture, ceramics, particularly delftware, as well as some decorative items.

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A George III Sheraton period mahogany breakfront bookcase of good low-waisted proportions; attractive arched glazing bars inlaid with ebony and satinwood diamonds which match the inlaid diamonds in the doors of the base; dismantles into 3 vertical sections Circa 1795
Height
214cm (84.25")
Width
230cm (90.55")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA559799
Dealers Internal Ref
CA702
Moxhams Antiques
Moxhams Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009

Roger and jill founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.

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

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Moxhams Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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George III mahogany breakfront bookcase in the manner of Thomas Sheraton

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A large George III mahogany breakfront bookcase with glazed upper doors featuring Gothic astragal glazing bars and panelled lower cupboard doors.
George III mahogany breakfront bookcase in the manner of Thomas Sheraton
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A large George III mahogany breakfront bookcase with glazed upper doors featuring Gothic astragal glazing bars and panelled lower cupboard doors.
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A George III breakfront bookcase is an eighteenth-century piece characterised by a central section that projects forward from the flanking wing cupboards. Often influenced by Neoclassical designs by Thomas Sheraton and Thomas Chippendale, these large cabinets feature glazed upper doors with intricate astragal glazing bars above solid timber base cupboards.

These pieces were predominantly crafted from mahogany and fine mahogany veneers, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine secondary timbers, and cylinder glass. The decorative glazing bars were intricately fitted by hand, and lower doors often incorporated flame mahogany panels with inlay.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-sawn secondary timber, original glass with slight surface distortions, and cast brass hardware with hand-cut threads. Genuine age manifests through minor uneven shrinkage across wide wood panels, hand-planed drawer bases, and traditional mortise and tenon joinery.

Position the bookcase as a central focal feature in a spacious room, balancing its substantial proportions with modern art or ceramics alongside classic volumes. Painting surrounding walls in rich heritage tones or deep neutrals complements the warm tones of the polished mahogany.

Position the piece away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent timber movement and veneer separation. Nourish the wood surface periodically with a high-quality beeswax polish, rubbing in the direction of the grain, and clean glass doors with a dry microfibre cloth without applying liquid cleaners directly to timber glazing bars.
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