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Waterfall Bookcase
Fontaine Decorative Ltd
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Waterfall Bookcase

19th century
Description

Mahogany Regency Style Waterfall Bookcase with Two Drawers. English, C19th.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
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Fontaine Decorative Ltd has dated this Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA941167
Dealers Internal Reference
FON5326
Description
Mahogany Regency Style Waterfall Bookcase with Two Drawers. English, C19th.
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Fontaine Decorative Ltd has dated this Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA941167
Dealers Internal Ref
FON5326
Fontaine Decorative Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2017
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Fontaine Decorative Ltd
Telephone 07855 360 475
Location
Uplands
Burtons Lane
Wellington Heath
Ledbury
Herefordshire
HR8 1NF
United Kingdom

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Fontaine Decorative Ltd
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Location: Uplands, Burtons Lane, Wellington Heath, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1NF, United Kingdom, , Under appointment only
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An antique mahogany waterfall bookcase featuring two graduated upper shelves, shaped side supports, and two lower drawers with brass lion-mask handles on bracket feet.
Waterfall Bookcase
Ref: SA941167
An antique mahogany waterfall bookcase featuring two graduated upper shelves, shaped side supports, and two lower drawers with brass lion-mask handles on bracket feet.
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A waterfall bookcase is a design featuring graduated shelves that step back sequentially from bottom to top, creating a cascading profile. Originating in the late 18th and early 19th centuries during the Georgian and Regency periods, this style allows for versatile display and storage of books of varying sizes.

These pieces are traditionally crafted from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, often featuring flame mahogany veneers on drawer fronts. Construction techniques typically include hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, brass hardware such as ring handles, and bracket or turned feet.

Look for hand-sawn secondary timber on back panels and drawer linings, authentic dovetail joints, and natural wear around the handles and feet. Original brass hardware, such as lion-mask ring pulls, and a rich, aged patina on the mahogany wood grain are key indicators of period construction.

A mahogany waterfall bookcase works well in contemporary or traditional spaces when paired with curated art objects, leather-bound books, and modern ceramics. Its sloped side profile allows it to fit neatly against walls without overpowering small alcoves or hallway spaces.

Dust regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the wood finish. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying, warping, or fading of the timber.
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