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Description

A stylish 19th Cent open bookcase. It is in nice quality mahogany and has unusual serpentine shaped ends.

It has two shelves

Free local delivery (40mls), national and international delivery arranged at cost

Date of Manufacture

Cross Antiques has dated this 19th Century Mahogany Open Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

97cm (38.19")

Width

114cm (44.88")

Depth

33cm (12.99")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1161372

Description

A stylish 19th Cent open bookcase. It is in nice quality mahogany and has unusual serpentine shaped ends.

It has two shelves

Free local delivery (40mls), national and international delivery arranged at cost

Date of Manufacture

Cross Antiques has dated this 19th Century Mahogany Open Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

97cm (38.19")

Width

114cm (44.88")

Depth

33cm (12.99")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1161372

About the Dealer

Cross Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2009

Specialist in clocks

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Cross Antiques

Telephone 01491 612324 or 07771 746612

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South Oxfordshire
United Kingdom

By appointment only.

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cross

Verified Since Jan 2009

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ObjectBookcases
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian / Victorian
MaterialMahogany
ColourDark Brown
MotifsScrolled sides, Dental moulding, Plinth base
SizeH 97 cm (38 in) x W 114 cm (45 in) x D 33 cm (13 in)

FAQs

These pieces typically feature rich timber grains, classical proportions, and accessible open shelving designed for displaying volumes without glass doors.

They are predominantly constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary woods, often utilizing traditional hand-cut dovetails and mortise and tenon joints.

Authenticity is assessed by examining tool marks, timber shrinkage, patination, hand-beveled edges, and the presence of period-appropriate joinery rather than modern fasteners.

It serves as a functional focal point in a study or living area, pairing well with neutral walls, curated book collections, and mixed metallic accents.

Maintain stable humidity and temperature levels, keep the wood away from direct sunlight, and periodically nourish the surface with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.