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Antique Victorian Open Breakfront Open Bookcase 19th Century
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Antique Victorian Open Breakfront Open Bookcase 19th Century

19th century
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Description

This is a beautiful antique Victorian oak open breakfront bookcase, Circa 1870 in date.

The breakfront top above a frieze, the solid oak superbly carved with rosettes, above three banks of open bookshelves enclosing fourteen adjustable shelves, raised on lions paw feet

Add a touch of elegance to a special room in your home with this stunning bookcase.

Condition:

In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 155 x Width 76 x Depth 33

Dimensions in inches:

Height 5 feet, 1 inch x Width 2 foot, 6 inches x Depth 1 foot, 1 inch

Oak

is a tree or shrub in the genus Quercus - Latin "oak tree" having approximately 600 extant species. Oak wood has a density of about 0.75 g/cm3, great strength and hardness, and is very resistant to insect and fungal attack because of its high tannin content. It also has very appealing grain markings, particularly when quartersawn. Oak wood is very durable, easy to maintain and resistant to wear and tear which is why it can be easily handed to the next generations if taken well care of.

Oak wood virtually lasts forever and you can still admire oak furniture in museums and palaces even if it was made many centuries ago. Oak has been prized since the Middle Ages for use in interior panelling of prestigious buildings such as the debating chamber of the House of Commons in London and in the construction of fine furniture.

Our reference: A2237

Physical Dimensions
Height
155cm (61.02")
Width
176cm (69.29")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Regent Antiques has dated this Victorian Breakfront Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA896383
Dealers Internal Reference
A2237
Description
This is a beautiful antique Victorian oak open breakfront bookcase, Circa 1870 in date.
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The breakfront top above a frieze, the solid oak superbly carved with rosettes, above three banks of open bookshelves enclosing fourteen adjustable shelves, raised on lions paw feet.
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fig 1. A nineteenth-century dark wood breakfront open bookcase featuring three sections, carved floral friezes, fluted pilasters, and carved paw feet.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Open Breakfront Open Bookcase 19th Century

Add a touch of elegance to a special room in your home with this stunning bookcase.

Condition:

In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

fig 2. A nineteenth-century dark wood breakfront open bookcase featuring three sections, carved floral friezes, fluted pilasters, and carved paw feet.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Open Breakfront Open Bookcase 19th Century

Dimensions in cm:

Height 155 x Width 76 x Depth 33

Dimensions in inches:

Height 5 feet, 1 inch x Width 2 foot, 6 inches x Depth 1 foot, 1 inch

Oak

is a tree or shrub in the genus Quercus - Latin "oak tree" having approximately 600 extant species. Oak wood has a density of about 0.75 g/cm3, great strength and hardness, and is very resistant to insect and fungal attack because of its high tannin content. It also has very appealing grain markings, particularly when quartersawn. Oak wood is very durable, easy to maintain and resistant to wear and tear which is why it can be easily handed to the next generations if taken well care of.

fig 3. A nineteenth-century dark wood breakfront open bookcase featuring three sections, carved floral friezes, fluted pilasters, and carved paw feet.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Open Breakfront Open Bookcase 19th Century

Oak wood virtually lasts forever and you can still admire oak furniture in museums and palaces even if it was made many centuries ago. Oak has been prized since the Middle Ages for use in interior panelling of prestigious buildings such as the debating chamber of the House of Commons in London and in the construction of fine furniture.

Our reference: A2237

Height
155cm (61.02")
Width
176cm (69.29")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this Victorian Breakfront Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA896383
Dealers Internal Ref
A2237
Regent Antiques
Regent Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Regent Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Regent Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A nineteenth-century dark wood breakfront open bookcase featuring three sections, carved floral friezes, fluted pilasters, and carved paw feet.
Antique Victorian Open Breakfront Open Bookcase 19th Century
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A Victorian breakfront bookcase features a central section that extends further forward than the flanking side sections. This design creates architectural depth while offering extensive open or glazed shelving for literary collections and decorative items.

Nineteenth-century bookcases were predominantly constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, and walnut, or softwood bases finished with dark stains and veneers. Secondary woods like pine were commonly utilised for backing panels and drawer linings.

Authentic Victorian pieces feature hand-cut joinery, tongue-and-groove backboards, hand-carved decorative elements, and natural timber shrinkage or oxidation. Hardware and shelf adjustment mechanisms often show evidence of period manufacturing methods.

Anchor a study or living area with the piece, breaking up solid rows of books with neutral ceramics, modern sculptures, and framed artwork. The deep tones of dark timber provide contrast against contemporary light walls or rich interior colour palettes.

Dust regularly using a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish annually along the wood grain. Keep the item situated away from direct heat sources and radiator units to prevent the timber from warping or splitting.
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