Search 0
1,135  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 0 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
LATEST STOCK
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Items per page
ID #SA979885
FOR SALE
£9,750
Email
Save
Magnificent Huge Figured Mahogany Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
for sale €11,408     $12,383
£9,750
Driscolls Antiques Ltd

Driscolls Antiques Ltd

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jan 2004
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    High quality british antique furniture
Id #SA979885
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Magnificent Huge Figured Mahogany Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase

19th century
Description

Magnificent Huge Figured Mahogany Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase

This early 19th Century Magnificent Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase is truly stunning and dates from around 1830. It is of superb large proportions and ideal for large book collections. It has a deep moulded break fronted cornice above four glazed doors with moulded edges and spectacular carved corbels and each interior comprises of four adjustable shelves. The lower section has a break fronted moulded top above four cupboard doors with beautifully figured central panels, moulded edges and once again beautiful carved corbels. Each interior has one central shelf and the piece as a whole stands on a plain break front plinth. This sensational antique bookcase splits into five sections for easy removal and is in lovely original condition. The mahogany has aged to a rich shade with a striking grain, good patina, is in very good condition and has been beautifully cleaned using a traditional form of furniture wax finishing.

Approximate dimensions are:

Height: 255 cm / 100.5 inches

Width: 257 cm / 101 inches

Depth: 61 cm / 24 inches

Ref No: 06133

Due to the size please email for a quote on this item. We can arrange a standard one man delivery to most areas for £120 plus VAT. Two man assembled delivery quote upon request.

Please click on antique furniture image for larger photo.

Our antiques come with a 28 day money back guarantee, see terms & conditions.

Overseas Insured Door to Door Shipments – Quote upon Request

Driscolls Antiques Ltd (Antiques World) has a huge Antique Furniture warehouse in Clitheroe, Lancashire.

Our opening Times -

Monday – 10am – 5pm

Tuesday – Closed (We can open via appointment)

Wednesday to Saturday – 10am – 5pm

Sunday – Closed

Closed Bank Holidays

We also display lots more antiques on our website antiquesworld.co.uk

Physical Dimensions
Height
255cm (100.39")
Width
257cm (101.18")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Driscolls Antiques Ltd has dated this Regency Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA979885
Dealers Internal Reference
06133
Description
Magnificent Huge Figured Mahogany Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase
“
This early 19th Century Magnificent Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase is truly stunning and dates from around 1830.
Driscolls Antiques Ltd

It is of superb large proportions and ideal for large book collections. It has a deep moulded break fronted cornice above four glazed doors with moulded edges and spectacular carved corbels and each interior comprises of four adjustable shelves. The lower section has a break fronted moulded top above four cupboard doors with beautifully figured central panels, moulded edges and once again beautiful carved corbels. Each interior has one central shelf and the piece as a whole stands on a plain break front plinth. This sensational antique bookcase splits into five sections for easy removal and is in lovely original condition. The mahogany has aged to a rich shade with a striking grain, good patina, is in very good condition and has been beautifully cleaned using a traditional form of furniture wax finishing.

fig 1. Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels.
fig 1. Magnificent Huge Figured Mahogany Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase

Approximate dimensions are:

Height: 255 cm / 100.5 inches

Width: 257 cm / 101 inches

Depth: 61 cm / 24 inches

Ref No: 06133

Due to the size please email for a quote on this item. We can arrange a standard one man delivery to most areas for £120 plus VAT. Two man assembled delivery quote upon request.

fig 2. Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels.
fig 2. Magnificent Huge Figured Mahogany Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase

Please click on antique furniture image for larger photo.

Our antiques come with a 28 day money back guarantee, see terms & conditions.

Overseas Insured Door to Door Shipments – Quote upon Request

Driscolls Antiques Ltd (Antiques World) has a huge Antique Furniture warehouse in Clitheroe, Lancashire.

fig 3. Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels.
fig 3. Magnificent Huge Figured Mahogany Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase

Our opening Times -

Monday – 10am – 5pm

Tuesday – Closed (We can open via appointment)

Wednesday to Saturday – 10am – 5pm

Sunday – Closed

Closed Bank Holidays

We also display lots more antiques on our website antiquesworld.co.uk

Height
255cm (100.39")
Width
257cm (101.18")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Driscolls Antiques Ltd has dated this Regency Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA979885
Dealers Internal Ref
06133
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2004

High quality british antique furniture

Dealer Profile

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

PDF SHARE
SAVE
Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels.
1 / 11
Archive I Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels.

Magnificent Huge Figured Mahogany Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase

Archive II Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels. View II
Archive III Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels.
Archive V Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels. View V
Archive VI Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels. View VI
Archive VII Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels. View VII
Archive VIII Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels. View VIII
Archive IX Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels. View IX
Archive X Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels. View X
Archive XI Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels. View XI
FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Enlarged Archival View
Driscolls Antiques Ltd

Driscolls Antiques Ltd

Telephone 01200 425 443
Location
Unit 6
Deanfield Drive
Link 59 Business Park
Clitheroe
Lancashire
BB7 1QJ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/driscollsantiques
Verified Since Jan 2004
Items For Sale 119
Items Sold 3,792
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
Verified Since Jan 2004
View Dealer Info
Location: Unit 6, Deanfield Drive, Link 59 Business Park, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QJ, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/driscollsantiques
Verified
Jan 2004
For Sale
119
Sold
3,792
Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels.
Magnificent Huge Figured Mahogany Regency Break Fronted Library Bookcase
Ref: SA979885
Large Regency mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, flame mahogany panelled lower cupboards, and decorative carved corbels.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Scale Reference
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

A Regency breakfront bookcase features a prominent central section that steps forward from the flanking side sections. Typically crafted during the early 19th century, these pieces feature architectural proportions, refined flame mahogany veneers, glazed upper doors, and enclosed lower storage cupboards.

Regency cabinet makers favoured high-grade imported timbers, particularly West Indian and Cuban mahogany. Pieces frequently showcase book-matched flame mahogany veneers, hand-blown float glass panels, brass fittings, and solid pine or oak drawer linings and secondary carcase structures.

Authentic period examples demonstrate hand-cut dovetail joinery, hand-planed back panels, and original glass panes showing subtle imperfections or wave patterns. Look for natural wear on the timber shelves, authentic lock plates, and traditional french polish finishes exhibiting natural age-related patination.

Position a substantial mahogany bookcase as a architectural focal point against a neutral or deep-toned feature wall. Mix traditional leather-bound volumes with modern ceramics, framed artwork, and decorative objects on the upper shelves to balance historical weight with contemporary styling.

Dust mahogany timber regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, wiping along the grain. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the timber, avoiding silicone-based sprays, and position the piece away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent timber shrinkage or veneer cracking.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories