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Finest Quality Georgian Style Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase/display Cabinet
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Finest Quality Georgian Style Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase/display Cabinet

1920 - 1940
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Circa 1930. Finest quality Georgian style carved mahogany breakfront bookcase/display cabinet. Surmounted by breakfront dentil cornice above q frieze with carved teardrops, the upper section with 4 doors with arched astragal glazing opening to interior with Georgian style rear mirror (can be removed) and adjustable glass shelving (can be changed). The base with a gadroon carved fore-edge above 4 drawers with beading, cast brass ring handles and solid mahogany liners (sign of quality) over 4 cupboards with moulded panel fronts and paterae and cartouche carvings. All on a gadroon carved base with deeply carved claw and ball feet.

221cm High x 46cm Deep x 284cm Wide

Physical Dimensions
Height
221cm (87.01")
Width
284cm (111.81")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
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Georgian Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 1930s.

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SA895496
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30876
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Circa 1930. Finest quality Georgian style carved mahogany breakfront bookcase/display cabinet. Surmounted by breakfront dentil cornice above q frieze with carved teardrops, the upper section with 4 doors with arched astragal glazing opening to interior with Georgian style rear mirror (can be removed) and adjustable glass shelving (can be changed). The base with a gadroon carved fore-edge above 4 drawers with beading, cast brass ring handles and solid mahogany liners (sign of quality) over 4 cupboards with moulded panel fronts and paterae and cartouche carvings. All on a gadroon carved base with deeply carved claw and ball feet.

221cm High x 46cm Deep x 284cm Wide

Height
221cm (87.01")
Width
284cm (111.81")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA895496
Dealers Internal Ref
30876
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Archive I A large Georgian style dark mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four gothic astragal glazed doors above four lower panelled doors.

Finest Quality Georgian Style Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase/display Cabinet

Archive II A large Georgian style dark mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four gothic astragal glazed doors above four lower panelled doors. View II
Archive III A large Georgian style dark mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four gothic astragal glazed doors above four lower panelled doors. View III
Archive IV A large Georgian style dark mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four gothic astragal glazed doors above four lower panelled doors. View IV
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A large Georgian style dark mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four gothic astragal glazed doors above four lower panelled doors.
Finest Quality Georgian Style Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase/Display Cabinet
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A large Georgian style dark mahogany breakfront bookcase featuring four gothic astragal glazed doors above four lower panelled doors.
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  • ObjectBreakfront Bookcases
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleGeorgian Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Mahogany
  • MotifsAstragal glazing, carved cornice, oval door mouldings
  • SizeH 221 cm (87 in) x W 284 cm (112 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This Georgian style breakfront bookcase is constructed from dark mahogany with glass and brass elements. The upper section comprises four glazed doors with gothic astragal glazing enclosing shelves, surmounting a lower base containing four frieze drawers fitted with cast brass ring handles above four panelled cupboards. The timber displays rich dark brown tones with a polished finish, complemented by cast brass hardware and clear glass panels. Architectural details include a carved dentil cornice, teardrop carved frieze elements, oval door mouldings, and a gadroon carved base supported by deeply carved claw and ball feet. Standing 221 cm high, 284 cm wide, and 46 cm deep, this large furniture item is designed for placement in a gentleman's library or formal study to store and display books and collections.

FAQs

A Georgian breakfront bookcase features a prominent central section that projects forward from the side wings, typically incorporating glazed upper doors and panelled lower storage.

Traditional construction utilizes dense hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, brass hardware, and delicate wooden astragal glazing bars.

Look for original hand-blown glass, authentic construction methods like hand-planed backboards, natural age-related patina, and distinct astragal glazing patterns.

Position the piece as a focal point in a dining room or study, balancing its dark wood visual weight with light wall tones and curated modern ceramics or books.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding silicone-based sprays and direct sunlight or damp environments.
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