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George III Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
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George III Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

19th century
Sold 17 September 2025 · Thakeham Furniture
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Description

Fine quality George III mahogany secretaire bookcase of good proportions. Dentil moulded cornice, over a pair of astragal glazed doors enclosing adjustable shelves. Secretaire drawer below, with moulded oval panels, opening up to a gilt tooled leather writing surface and an arrangement of drawers and pigeon holes. A further three drawers below, fitted with brass ring handles. Raised on shaped bracket feet.

Circa. 1800

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this George III Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
213cm (83.86")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1071556
Dealers Internal Reference
7145
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Description
Fine quality George III mahogany secretaire bookcase of good proportions. Dentil moulded cornice, over a pair of astragal glazed doors enclosing adjustable shelves.
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Secretaire drawer below, with moulded oval panels, opening up to a gilt tooled leather writing surface and an arrangement of drawers and pigeon holes.
Thakeham Furniture

A further three drawers below, fitted with brass ring handles. Raised on shaped bracket feet.

Circa. 1800

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this George III Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Height
213cm (83.86")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1071556
Dealers Internal Ref
7145
Thakeham Furniture
Thakeham Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2013

Specialists in fine georgian furniture

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Thakeham Furniture Profile Page

Trade Associations

Thakeham Furniture is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Archive II A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. View II
Archive III A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. View III
Archive IV A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. View IV
Archive V A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. View V
Archive VI A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. View VI
Archive VII A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. View VII
Archive VIII A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. View VIII
Archive IX A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. View IX
Archive X A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. View X
Archive XI A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer. View XI
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Thakeham Furniture
Telephone 01403 713649
Location
Tim, Belinda and Harriet Chavasse
Thakeham Furniture Ltd
Blakers Yard
Worthing Road
Dial Post
Nr Horsham
West Sussex
RH13 8NH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/thakehamfurniture
Verified Since Jul 2013
Items For Sale 146
Items Sold 3,146
Thakeham Furniture
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Location: Tim, Belinda and Harriet Chavasse, Thakeham Furniture Ltd, Blakers Yard, Worthing Road, Dial Post, Nr Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 8NH, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/thakehamfurniture
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A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer.
George III mahogany secretaire bookcase
Ref: SA1071556
A tall dark mahogany George III secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with geometric wooden astragals and a lower chest of drawers with a pull-out writing drawer.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBookcases & Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGlazed tracery doors, Drop-front writing drawer, Bracket feet, Oval veneered drawer panels
  • SizeH 213 cm (84 in) x W 93 cm (37 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

The George III style, spanning the mid-to-late 18th century, is characterised by classical proportions, refined craftsmanship, and the transition from heavy walnut to rich mahogany timber, often drawing inspiration from Palladian and Neoclassical architecture.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid mahogany and pine secondary woods, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, brass hardware, glazed upper doors with wooden astragals, and fine hand-rubbed wax finishes.

Authenticity is identified through construction details such as hand-cut dovetailing in the drawer boxes, original backboards, period brass handles, timber shrinkage cracks, and the distinctive grain patterns of old-growth mahogany.

Pair the dark timber with neutral wall colours, contemporary minimalist seating, and styled bookshelves featuring edited book collections to create a balanced focal point that bridges historical gravitas with modern living.

Maintain mahogany furniture by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, applying microcrystalline wax periodically, and dusting gently with a dry, soft lint-free cloth.
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