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Antique 20th Century Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany
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Antique 20th Century Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany

1900 - 1920
Sold 20 September 2025 · ActFurniture LTD
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Description

This antique 20th-century large open bookcase is crafted from rich mahogany, showcasing exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Standing on a sturdy plinth base, the bookcase features two fully adjustable shelves on each side, offering ample space for books, display items, or decorative pieces.

The design is both simplistic and elegant, with subtle reeded decoration adding a touch of sophistication to its clean lines. The gorgeous grain and deep, warm colour of the mahogany make this piece visually striking and highly versatile.

With its very unusual size, this bookcase is a unique find, ideal for a variety of spaces. In great condition, this piece combines both beauty and practicality, making it a perfect addition to any traditional or contemporary setting.

Product Reference : AF - 3818

Measurements : 150.5cm Width x 41cm Depth x 153cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Mahogany Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
153cm (60.24")
Width
150.5cm (59.25")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1133590
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-3818
Description
This antique 20th-century large open bookcase is crafted from rich mahogany, showcasing exceptional quality and craftsmanship.
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Standing on a sturdy plinth base, the bookcase features two fully adjustable shelves on each side, offering ample space for books, display items, or decorative pieces.
ActFurniture LTD
fig 1. A front-facing view of a large, dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring a central vertical divider and multiple fixed shelves.
fig 1. Antique 20th Century Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany

The design is both simplistic and elegant, with subtle reeded decoration adding a touch of sophistication to its clean lines. The gorgeous grain and deep, warm colour of the mahogany make this piece visually striking and highly versatile.

fig 2. A front-facing view of a large, dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring a central vertical divider and multiple fixed shelves.
fig 2. Antique 20th Century Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany

With its very unusual size, this bookcase is a unique find, ideal for a variety of spaces. In great condition, this piece combines both beauty and practicality, making it a perfect addition to any traditional or contemporary setting.

fig 3. A front-facing view of a large, dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring a central vertical divider and multiple fixed shelves.
fig 3. Antique 20th Century Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany

Product Reference : AF - 3818

Measurements : 150.5cm Width x 41cm Depth x 153cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

fig 4. A front-facing view of a large, dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring a central vertical divider and multiple fixed shelves.
fig 4. Antique 20th Century Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 5. A front-facing view of a large, dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring a central vertical divider and multiple fixed shelves.
fig 5. Antique 20th Century Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 6. A front-facing view of a large, dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring a central vertical divider and multiple fixed shelves.
fig 6. Antique 20th Century Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

fig 7. A front-facing view of a large, dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring a central vertical divider and multiple fixed shelves.
fig 7. Antique 20th Century Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Mahogany Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Height
153cm (60.24")
Width
150.5cm (59.25")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1133590
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-3818
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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A front-facing view of a large, dark brown mahogany open bookcase featuring a central vertical divider and multiple fixed shelves.
Antique 20th Century Large Open Bookcase In Mahogany
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTraditional
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFluted pilasters, Open shelving, Central divider, Cornice moulding
  • SizeH 153 cm (60 in) x W 150.5 cm (59 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

Twentieth-century mahogany bookcases often draw inspiration from earlier Georgian and Victorian designs, featuring classical proportions, clean lines, and durable timber construction intended for functional home and institutional libraries.

Authentic pieces are typically constructed from solid mahogany or feature mahogany veneers over secondary hardwoods, utilizing traditional joinery methods such as dovetailing, mortise and tenon joints, and sturdy tongue-and-groove backboards.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, interior secondary woods, type of fixings, and signs of age such as natural oxidation, hand-planed surfaces, and consistent wear patterns appropriate for the era.

Pair the dark wood tones with neutral walls, strategically intersperse books with sculptural objects or ceramics, and ensure adequate ambient and directional lighting to balance the visual weight of the piece.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dust regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally apply a quality beeswax polish to nourish the timber without building up heavy residues.
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