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Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
Chris Tapsell Antiques
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Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

19th century
Description

Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

C1850

Top quality and solidly made set of open shelves .

Fully adjustable.

Great colour.

Just needs a home with many books

This item is in our Arundel Showroom,

Open 10am-4pm Monday to Sunday.

Entrance between N0.18 and 20 High Street, Arundel BN18 9AB

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Physical Dimensions
Height
119cm (46.85")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Chris Tapsell Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA934439
Description
Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

C1850

Top quality and solidly made set of open shelves .

Fully adjustable.

Great colour.

Just needs a home with many books

This item is in our Arundel Showroom,

Open 10am-4pm Monday to Sunday.

fig 1. A dark mahogany open bookcase featuring four shelves, a carved Greek key pattern along the top frieze, and carved side corbels.
fig 1. Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

Entrance between N0.18 and 20 High Street, Arundel BN18 9AB

Follow us on Instagram christapsellantiques

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Sorry but due to problems with shipping we are currently unable to send this item to China.

Height
119cm (46.85")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Chris Tapsell Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA934439
Chris Tapsell Antiques
Chris Tapsell Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2018
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A dark mahogany open bookcase featuring four shelves, a carved Greek key pattern along the top frieze, and carved side corbels.
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Archive I A dark mahogany open bookcase featuring four shelves, a carved Greek key pattern along the top frieze, and carved side corbels.

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Islington
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N1 8EE
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A dark mahogany open bookcase featuring four shelves, a carved Greek key pattern along the top frieze, and carved side corbels.
Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
Ref: SA934439
A dark mahogany open bookcase featuring four shelves, a carved Greek key pattern along the top frieze, and carved side corbels.
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Victorian open bookcases are characterised by solid wood construction, typically mahogany or oak, featuring exposed shelving without glass doors. They frequently incorporate architectural details such as carved corbels, moulding along the frieze, and sturdy plinth bases.

Cabinetmakers during the Victorian era predominantly utilised solid mahogany, walnut, and oak. Secondary timbers like pine were often used for internal drawer linings or back panels, and interiors were sometimes lined with fabric or paper.

Authentic pieces display evidence of hand-finishing, such as hand-cut joinery, variable board thickness on rear panels, and natural wear patterns on contact points. Genuine mahogany from this era exhibits a dense grain pattern and deep colouration from decades of oxidation.

Balance dense book arrangements with curated ceramic vessels, framed artwork, or structural objects on alternate shelves. Position the piece against a neutral wall to highlight the dark timber tones or pair it with modern seating to create contrast.

Dust regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year along the wood grain. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and finish fading.
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