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Victorian Mahogany Break Front Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 3 July 2025 · Camden Antiques
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A splendid Victorian mahogany open bookcase of generous proportions. Of breakfronted form, with the central section being deeper than the two end sections. Each section with 4 adjustable shelves, overall offering significant storage capacity. Offered for sale in excellent condition, with a good colour and patina. Splits into 5 sections for ease of installation.

BOOKS NOT INCLUDED.

Dimensions:

Width 204cms

Depth 46cms

Height 206cms

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
204cm (80.32")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
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SA1126694
Dealers Internal Reference
18423
Description
A splendid Victorian mahogany open bookcase of generous proportions. Of breakfronted form, with the central section being deeper than the two end sections. Each section with 4 adjustable shelves, overall offering significant storage capacity. Offered for sale in excellent condition, with a good colour and patina. Splits into 5 sections for ease of installation.

BOOKS NOT INCLUDED.

Dimensions:

Width 204cms

Depth 46cms

Height 206cms

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase to the 1870s.

Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
204cm (80.32")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1126694
Dealers Internal Ref
18423
Camden Antiques
Camden Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2012
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Camden Antiques Profile Page

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Camden Antiques
Telephone 07887 503 904
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Units 20 & 19
The Vinery
Poling
West Sussex
BN18 9PY
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/camden
Verified Since Jun 2012
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Items Sold 2,483
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A large Victorian mahogany breakfront open bookcase featuring three sections with adjustable shelving and a stepped cornice.
Victorian Mahogany Break Front Open Bookcase
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A large Victorian mahogany breakfront open bookcase featuring three sections with adjustable shelving and a stepped cornice.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBreakfront configuration, Stepped cornice, Adjustable shelving, Column pilasters
  • SizeH 206 cm (81 in) x W 204 cm (80 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

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Victorian furniture spans the reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1901, characterised by robust construction, dark woods like mahogany, and a revival of classical architectural proportions adapted for domestic libraries.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid mahogany or feature flame mahogany veneers over secondary softwoods, utilising traditional mortise and tenon joinery with adjustable wooden shelving supported by tooth-rack strips.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetails in the drawer construction if applicable, natural wax patination, hand-sawn timber marks, and construction characteristics consistent with 19th-century cabinet making.

Pairing a dark wood antique bookcase with contemporary neutral walls creates a striking focal point, allowing collections of books and curated objects to stand out against the rich timber grain.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, applying a quality natural beeswax periodically, and dusting gently with a soft dry cloth.
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