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Victorian Mahogany Open Waterfall Bookcase

18th century
Sold 30 June 2026 · Thakeham Furniture
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Description

Victorian mahogany open waterfall bookcase. Carved pediment over graduated shelves on shaped scrolling ends. Raised on turned feet.

Circa. 1840

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this Victorian Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
146cm (57.48")
Width
114cm (44.88")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Reference Numbers
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SA605346
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5762
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Description
Victorian mahogany open waterfall bookcase. Carved pediment over graduated shelves on shaped scrolling ends. Raised on turned feet.

Circa. 1840

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this Victorian Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Height
146cm (57.48")
Width
114cm (44.88")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA605346
Dealers Internal Ref
5762
Thakeham Furniture
Thakeham Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2013

Specialists in fine georgian furniture

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Thakeham Furniture Profile Page

Trade Associations

Thakeham Furniture is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A Victorian mahogany open waterfall bookcase featuring stepped shelves, scroll-cut sides, and turned feet, filled with old leather-bound books. SOLD30 JUN 26
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Archive I A Victorian mahogany open waterfall bookcase featuring stepped shelves, scroll-cut sides, and turned feet, filled with old leather-bound books. SOLD30 JUN 26

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Thakeham Furniture

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Telephone 01403 713649
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Tim, Belinda and Harriet Chavasse
Thakeham Furniture Ltd
Blakers Yard
Worthing Road
Dial Post
Nr Horsham
West Sussex
RH13 8NH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/thakehamfurniture
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Items For Sale 146
Items Sold 3,156
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A Victorian mahogany open waterfall bookcase featuring stepped shelves, scroll-cut sides, and turned feet, filled with old leather-bound books.
Victorian mahogany open waterfall bookcase
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A Victorian mahogany open waterfall bookcase featuring stepped shelves, scroll-cut sides, and turned feet, filled with old leather-bound books.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period18th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsScroll-cut sides, Stepped waterfall tiers, Turned feet, Carved pediment
  • SizeH 146 cm (57 in) x W 114 cm (45 in) x D 33 cm (13 in)

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Victorian bookcases typically feature robust construction, dark timbers like mahogany or walnut, and decorative elements ranging from restrained classical lines to heavily carved ornamentation, reflecting the varied design revivals of the 19th century.

Authentic pieces from this period were predominantly constructed from solid hardwoods and veneers such as mahogany, oak, or burr walnut, utilising traditional joinery methods including dovetailing for drawers and mortise and tenon frames.

Authenticity is identified through period-correct timber patination, hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional backboards with historical shrinkage gaps, and construction markers consistent with 19th-century cabinet making.

Pairing dark wood antique shelving with neutral walls creates a balanced focal point, allowing the rich timber grain to anchor the room whilst blending contemporary objects or curated book collections alongside vintage volumes.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber fading, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the polished wooden surface.
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