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Victorian Mahogany Bookcase

19th century
Sold 8 July 2026 · witchantiques.com
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A beautiful and interesting bookcase from the mid Victorian period. In overall very good condition for it’s 160 years of working life. The sign writing is probably a much later addition but gives it a great effect. There are 2 adjustable shelves that are heavy duty and both locks are working with keys. Above the base cupboards are a pair of concave shaped drawers with blind pull handles. All cleaned and waxed polished ready to use and enjoy.

Top Shelf Depth - 24cm = 9 1/2 inches

Date of Manufacture

witchantiques.com has dated this Victorian Mahogany Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
212cm (83.46")
Width
133cm (52.36")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA998355
Dealers Internal Reference
B-618
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A beautiful and interesting bookcase from the mid Victorian period. In overall very good condition for it’s 160 years of working life. The sign writing is probably a much later addition but gives it a great effect. There are 2 adjustable shelves that are heavy duty and both locks are working with keys. Above the base cupboards are a pair of concave shaped drawers with blind pull handles. All cleaned and waxed polished ready to use and enjoy.

Top Shelf Depth - 24cm = 9 1/2 inches

Date of Manufacture

witchantiques.com has dated this Victorian Mahogany Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Height
212cm (83.46")
Width
133cm (52.36")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA998355
Dealers Internal Ref
B-618
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Higher Walton Mill
Higher Walton Rd
Higher Walton
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Lancashire
PR5 4DJ
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A two-section Victorian mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with painted lettering and lower wooden cabinet doors.
Victorian Mahogany Bookcase
Ref: SA998355
A two-section Victorian mahogany bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with painted lettering and lower wooden cabinet doors.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGlazed upper doors, Panelled lower doors, Cornice moulding, Painted signage
  • SizeH 212 cm (83 in) x W 133 cm (52 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

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Victorian bookcases typically feature robust construction, rich timber tones, and classical architectural influences adapted for domestic libraries and studies.

Cabinet makers predominantly used solid mahogany, often complemented by secondary softwoods for internal framing and hand-cut dovetail joints in drawer construction.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the timber grain, hand-cut joinery, old glass imperfections in the doors, and the natural patina developed over decades of use.

This piece works well as a grounding element in a study or living space, contrasting effectively against neutral walls while providing functional display storage.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying periodic applications of traditional beeswax, and avoiding silicone-based polishes.
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