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Large 19th C Gillows Breakfront Library Bookcase
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Large 19th C Gillows Breakfront Library Bookcase

18th century
Sold 28 February 2025 · William James Antiques
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A superb early 19th century Mahogany bookcase attributed to Gillows. This beautiful bookcase having an ogee moulded cornice with Lancet Gothic glazed doors, retaining the original glass and Mahogany fronted adjustable shelves, the back panels covered in a burnt orange silk fabric. The base of the bookcase having a centre section with re-entrant panelled moulded doors. These doors open to reveal the original trays which are all Oak lined. Flanked by graduated drawers, also Oak lined with turned knob handles and original escutcheons. The whole raised on a moulded plinth. Wonderful colour with a rich lustre and original finish. Circa 1810.

Stamped by Abraham Solomon, a furniture broker at 59 Great Queen Street, London. Various known pieces of Gillows furniture dating from 1780 - 1840 are stamped "A Solomon, 59 Gt Queen St". He was well known to retail pieces new or second hand.

Dimensions: Height: 260 cm - 102 Inches, Width: 282 cm - 111 Inches, Depth: 49 cm - 19 Inches

Date of Manufacture

William James Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
260cm (102.36")
Width
282cm (111.02")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Reference Numbers
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SA1084498
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A superb early 19th century Mahogany bookcase attributed to Gillows. This beautiful bookcase having an ogee moulded cornice with Lancet Gothic glazed doors, retaining the original glass and Mahogany fronted adjustable shelves, the back panels covered in a burnt orange silk fabric. The base of the bookcase having a centre section with re-entrant panelled moulded doors. These doors open to reveal the original trays which are all Oak lined. Flanked by graduated drawers, also Oak lined with turned knob handles and original escutcheons. The whole raised on a moulded plinth. Wonderful colour with a rich lustre and original finish. Circa 1810.

Stamped by Abraham Solomon, a furniture broker at 59 Great Queen Street, London.

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Various known pieces of Gillows furniture dating from 1780 - 1840 are stamped "A Solomon, 59 Gt Queen St".
William James Antiques

He was well known to retail pieces new or second hand.

Dimensions: Height: 260 cm - 102 Inches, Width: 282 cm - 111 Inches, Depth: 49 cm - 19 Inches

Date of Manufacture

William James Antiques has dated this Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase to the Georgian era.

Height
260cm (102.36")
Width
282cm (111.02")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Reference Numbers
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SA1084498
William James Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2010
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the William James Antiques Profile Page

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William James Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Telephone 01603 736947
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Coltishall
Norfolk
United Kingdom

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A large nineteenth-century mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed arched upper doors and a lower section with drawers and panelled cupboards.
Large 19th C Gillows Breakfront Library Bookcase
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A large nineteenth-century mahogany breakfront library bookcase featuring glazed arched upper doors and a lower section with drawers and panelled cupboards.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGothic arched glazing bars, Flame mahogany veneer panels, Turned wooden knobs, Stepped cornice moulding
  • SizeH 260 cm (102 in) x W 282 cm (111 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

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The breakfront style is characterised by a central section that projects forward from the flanking side sections, creating a distinct architectural facade and increased depth for central storage.

Cabinet makers predominantly utilised dense tropical hardwoods such as Cuban and Honduras mahogany, frequently incorporating figured veneers like flame or crotch mahogany for decorative panels.

Authenticity is determined by hand-cut dovetail joinery in the drawers, old stock glass with subtle imperfections, secondary timbers like oak or pine within the interior structure, and traditional hand-applied French polish finishes.

Positioning a substantial wooden piece against a neutral wall allows the rich timber tones and grain patterns to serve as a focal point, balancing traditional gravitas with minimalist room layouts.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources and sunlight, coupled with occasional dusting using a soft dry cloth and periodic application of traditional beeswax polish.
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