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Quality Antique Mahogany Astragal Glazed Breakfront Bookcase
London City Antiques
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Quality Antique Mahogany Astragal Glazed Breakfront Bookcase

19th century
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Quality antique mahogany astragal glazed breakfront bookcase with dentil cornice, swan neck pediment and beautifully carved centre finial. The breakfront front bookcase top with four astragal glazed doors enclosing adjustable shelves. The breakfront base with three astragal glazed doors to the centre and two bowed drawers to the sides all with original brass handles. It stands on square tapering reeded legs on spade feet united by a shaped under shelf.

This piece is an exceptional example of design and craftsmanship of the period and is in excellent condition.

Height 235cm

Width 183cm

Depth 41cm

1870

£4950

Physical Dimensions
Height
235cm (92.52")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Glazed Bookcase to the 1870s.

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SA882483
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424
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Quality antique mahogany astragal glazed breakfront bookcase with dentil cornice, swan neck pediment and beautifully carved centre finial. The breakfront front bookcase top with four astragal glazed doors enclosing adjustable shelves.
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The breakfront base with three astragal glazed doors to the centre and two bowed drawers to the sides all with original brass handles.
London City Antiques

It stands on square tapering reeded legs on spade feet united by a shaped under shelf.

This piece is an exceptional example of design and craftsmanship of the period and is in excellent condition.

Height 235cm

Width 183cm

Depth 41cm

1870

£4950

Height
235cm (92.52")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Glazed Bookcase to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA882483
Dealers Internal Ref
424
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An antique mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring astragal glazed doors, a swan-neck pediment with a central urn finial, and an open lower shelf structure.

Quality Antique Mahogany Astragal Glazed Breakfront Bookcase

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Suffolk
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An antique mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring astragal glazed doors, a swan-neck pediment with a central urn finial, and an open lower shelf structure.
Quality Antique Mahogany Astragal Glazed Breakfront Bookcase
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An antique mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring astragal glazed doors, a swan-neck pediment with a central urn finial, and an open lower shelf structure.
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Glass panes should be cleaned using a soft microfibre cloth dampened with water, taking care to avoid dampening the surrounding timber. The mahogany frame requires regular dusting with a dry lint-free cloth and occasional application of clear beeswax polish to preserve the wood finish.

A large mahogany bookcase functions as an architectural anchor within a contemporary living room, dining space, or study. Placing a mix of books, ceramics, and framed artwork inside the glass cabinets creates a curated focal point that balances historical details with modern design.

Authentic period pieces exhibit evidence of historic craftsmanship, including irregular dovetail joints, hand-planed backboards, and natural surface patination around handles and keyholes. Original glass from the 18th and 19th centuries often displays minor air bubbles or subtle surface distortion.

These cabinets are constructed using dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, often featuring hand-cut joinery and solid brass hardware. The upper section contains glass panes set within slim timber glazing bars, while the lower structure provides panelled cupboards, drawers, or open shelving.

An astragal glazed breakfront bookcase is a large wooden cabinet featuring a central section that projects forward from the side wings, fitted with glass doors held by decorative wooden glazing bars known as astragals. Originating in 18th-century Britain, this style was designed to house book collections and display valuable decorative objects.
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