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Antique Victorian Mahogany Bookcase Attributed to Howard & Sons
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Bookcase Attributed to Howard & Sons

19th century
Sold 23 February 2026 · Rawlings Antiques
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Fine Quality early Victorian mahogany bookcase retailed by Merryweather Holloway London ,Circa 1850

The bookcase has a wonderful mahogany grain with a fine mahogany eight drawer base section and a tall four shelf two door mahogany top .This really is top drawer when it comes to bookcases the cabinet maker has taken great care to match the veneers to the top as well as the bottom ,all the drawers slide nice and smooth with crisp hand dovetailed drawers .

The inside depth of thetop section is 28 cms

The bookcase comes in two parts for transport .

we can arrange delivery through the uk from £75 with weekly deliveries to London .

please enquire for our competitive European and worldwide shipping rates ,

Physical Dimensions
Height
246cm (96.85")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
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Rawlings Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA661318
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Fine Quality early Victorian mahogany bookcase retailed by Merryweather Holloway London ,Circa 1850
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The bookcase has a wonderful mahogany grain with a fine mahogany eight drawer base section and a tall four shelf two door mahogany top.
Rawlings Antiques

.This really is top drawer when it comes to bookcases the cabinet maker has taken great care to match the veneers to the top as well as the bottom ,all the drawers slide nice and smooth with crisp hand dovetailed drawers .

fig 1. An antique Victorian mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors and multiple lower storage drawers with turned wooden knobs.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Bookcase Attributed to Howard & Sons

The inside depth of thetop section is 28 cms

The bookcase comes in two parts for transport .

we can arrange delivery through the uk from £75 with weekly deliveries to London .

please enquire for our competitive European and worldwide shipping rates ,

Height
246cm (96.85")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Rawlings Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA661318
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Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2017
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An antique Victorian mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors and multiple lower storage drawers with turned wooden knobs.
Antique Victorian mahogany bookcase attributed to Howard & sons
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An antique Victorian mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors and multiple lower storage drawers with turned wooden knobs.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFlame mahogany veneer, Glazed arched doors, Turned wooden drawer pulls, Dentil moulding
  • SizeH 246 cm (97 in) x W 108 cm (43 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

Victorian bookcases typically feature dense, dark woods like mahogany or walnut, robust proportions, and often incorporate glass-fronted upper doors with handcrafted wooden detailing, reflecting the industrial craftsmanship and interior tastes of the 19th century.

Master cabinetmakers predominantly utilised solid mahogany, often featuring flame or figured mahogany veneers applied to secondary structural timbers such as pine or oak, accompanied by brass hardware and hand-blown sheet glass.

Authenticity is determined by examining construction methods, including hand-cut dovetails on drawer boxes, original backboards with circular saw marks or hand-planing, old glass panes containing minor imperfections, and natural patina consistent with age.

This piece works exceptionally well as a grounding anchor in a study or living space, paired with neutral walls and modern minimalist seating to highlight the rich grain and warm tones of the timber.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, and periodically nourish the wood using traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone-based polishes.
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