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19th Century Breakfront Bookcase
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19th Century Breakfront Bookcase

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Large 19th century English Country House breakfront bookcase.

Physical Dimensions
Height
265cm (104.33")
Width
229cm (90.16")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Declaration

Dean Antiques Ltd has dated this Painted Breakfront Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA869231
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Description
Large 19th century English Country House breakfront bookcase.
Height
265cm (104.33")
Width
229cm (90.16")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

Dean Antiques Ltd has dated this Painted Breakfront Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA869231
Dean Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2019
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A large 19th-century painted breakfront bookcase featuring a central projecting section, open adjustable upper and lower side shelves, twin panelled lower cupboard doors, and a light grey interior backing.
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Archive I A large 19th-century painted breakfront bookcase featuring a central projecting section, open adjustable upper and lower side shelves, twin panelled lower cupboard doors, and a light grey interior backing.

19th Century Breakfront Bookcase

Archive II A large 19th-century painted breakfront bookcase featuring a central projecting section, open adjustable upper and lower side shelves, twin panelled lower cupboard doors, and a light grey interior backing. View II
Archive III A large 19th-century painted breakfront bookcase featuring a central projecting section, open adjustable upper and lower side shelves, twin panelled lower cupboard doors, and a light grey interior backing. View III
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Dean Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07770 231 687
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Dean Antiques Ltd
Babdown Airfield
Tetbury
GL8 8YL
United Kingdom
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A large 19th-century painted breakfront bookcase featuring a central projecting section, open adjustable upper and lower side shelves, twin panelled lower cupboard doors, and a light grey interior backing.
19th Century Breakfront Bookcase
Ref: SA869231
A large 19th-century painted breakfront bookcase featuring a central projecting section, open adjustable upper and lower side shelves, twin panelled lower cupboard doors, and a light grey interior backing.
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  • ObjectBookcases & Shelving
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century
  • MaterialPainted Wood, Timber
  • ColourWhite and Grey
  • MotifsBreakfront profile, moulded cornice, panelled cupboard doors, adjustable open shelves
  • SizeH 265 cm (104 in) x W 229 cm (90 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

This large nineteenth-century breakfront bookcase displays an English Country House style and stands 265 cm high, 229 cm wide, and 44 cm deep. The piece comprises timber construction with a painted white exterior finish, complemented by a light grey interior backing. Architectural details include a moulded cornice along the top, panelled lower cupboard doors, and multiple rows of open adjustable shelves within both upper and lower sections. Such a substantial storage item suits placement in a grand sitting room, study, or library to house collections of books, display decorative objects, or organise household items. The breakfront profile creates depth and visual interest along a wall, while the neutral painted palette integrates smoothly into traditional and transitional interior schemes.

FAQs

A breakfront bookcase is a large piece of storage furniture featuring a central section that projects forward beyond the flanking side sections. Originating in the 18th century, this design provided architectural interest and allowed for varied depth in library shelving.

These pieces were commonly crafted from hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, as well as softwoods like pine for painted finishes. Construction methods included hand-dovetailed drawer joints, mortise and tenon joinery, and solid timber tongue-and-groove backboards.

Look for signs of historic hand construction, such as irregular hand-cut dovetails, original iron or brass hardware, and secondary woods like pine inside the casings. Natural timber shrinkage over time often results in subtle gaps or slight movement along panel seams.

Use the generous proportions to display a curated mix of bound books, ceramics, and sculptural objects against the painted backdrop. Positioning the unit along a central wall in a dining room, living area, or home office provides structural scale without overwhelming the room.

Dust surfaces regularly using a clean, soft microfibre cloth without harsh chemical sprays. To protect original or aged paint finishes, keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent cracking or timber movement.
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