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Edwardian Breakfront Bookcase
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Edwardian Breakfront Bookcase

1900 - 1920
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A beautiful solid oak breakfront bookcase from the Edwardian period. Sat on very bold ogee bracket feet which sweep up into four full length astragal glazed doors, the bottom panels to the sides having wonderfully carved urns and foliage, The corresponding carving is set within the superb cornice which terminate in the original pediments. There is a great amount of shelving which is all adjustable. Other features that befit this fine piece are the reeded canted corners that rise into the dentil cornice which also has crisply carved detail to the corners. Although large and heavy, it does break down into manageable pieces for transportation and setting up. In fantastic condition all cleaned and polished ready to enjoy. P.S the uppermost pediment is 24cm = 9 1/2 inches and would lift off if you had problems with the height of the bookcase.

Physical Dimensions
Height
258cm (101.57")
Width
188cm (74.02")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
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witchantiques.com has dated this Edwardian Oak Breakfront Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

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SA992936
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B-608
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Description
A beautiful solid oak breakfront bookcase from the Edwardian period. Sat on very bold ogee bracket feet which sweep up into four full length astragal glazed doors, the bottom panels to the sides having wonderfully carved urns and foliage, The corresponding carving is set within the superb cornice which terminate in the original pediments. There is a great amount of shelving which is all adjustable.
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Other features that befit this fine piece are the reeded canted corners that rise into the dentil cornice which also has crisply carved detail to the corners.
witchantiques.com

Although large and heavy, it does break down into manageable pieces for transportation and setting up. In fantastic condition all cleaned and polished ready to enjoy. P.S the uppermost pediment is 24cm = 9 1/2 inches and would lift off if you had problems with the height of the bookcase.

Height
258cm (101.57")
Width
188cm (74.02")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

witchantiques.com has dated this Edwardian Oak Breakfront Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA992936
Dealers Internal Ref
B-608
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An Edwardian oak breakfront bookcase featuring four glazed upper doors with geometric astragal bars, carved lower panel doors, and a decorative carved top pediment.
Edwardian Breakfront Bookcase
Ref: SA992936
An Edwardian oak breakfront bookcase featuring four glazed upper doors with geometric astragal bars, carved lower panel doors, and a decorative carved top pediment.
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A breakfront bookcase is a large storage cabinet characterised by a central section that projects forward beyond the flanking side wings. Popularised in 18th-century Britain, these pieces continued to be produced through the Edwardian period to house expansive private libraries.

Edwardian breakfront bookcases were predominantly crafted using hardwoods such as solid oak, mahogany, or walnut. Construction typically incorporated dovetail joints, glass panels with geometric wood astragal glazing bars, and carved timber pediments.

Authentic Edwardian pieces often feature neoclassical motifs, balanced proportions, and geometric astragal glazing patterns. Inspection of drawer construction, hand-planed backboards, brass cabinet fittings, and natural wood oxidisation helps verify period origin.

A breakfront bookcase creates a central focal point in a dining room, study, or expansive living area. Combining literary volumes with curated ceramics, sculptural objects, and framed artwork creates a balanced display that bridges classic and modern aesthetics.

Dust timber surfaces regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply beeswax polish periodically along the grain to preserve the wood finish. Clean glass panels using a lint-free cloth and mild glass cleaner, ensuring liquids do not contact surrounding wooden glazing bars.
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