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Antique Walnut Breakfront Bookcase
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Antique Walnut Breakfront Bookcase

19th century
Sold by Culvertons
Sold 7 March 2026 · Culvertons
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Antique breakfront bookcases are a perfect vehicle to house, not only books, but also a multitude of interesting objects and cherished possessions, including photographs. With a little time and imagination, they can become the focal point of a room, drawing the gaze and admiration of visitors. Dating back to the early 1870s, this fine English walnut breakfront bookcase, which we have recently restored, is a particularly handsome, and well made, example. A part of that restoration process was to carefully remove layers of dark and degraded polish and wax that had built up over the previous 150 years, to reveal the mellow and decorative walnut beneath. An appealing light green floral fabric lines the interior; it appears to have been there for an exceedingly long time. We could have removed this late addition, and still can, if so desired, however, we really like the contrast and its decorative appeal, which conjures up a timeless piece from an English country house. An attractive antique walnut breakfront bookcase.

Physical Dimensions
Height
118.5cm (46.65")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

Culvertons has dated this Walnut Breakfront Bookcase to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1187305
Dealers Notes

Whenever possible Culvertons undertake the carriage of items within London and the home counties. Professional, competitive and trusted couriers and shipping companies are engaged for deliveries for the remainder of our customers. Smaller items, when instructed, will be carefully parcelled and securely sent by the carrier.

We strive to accurately describe and illustrate our stock on the 'Selling Antiques' website. However, we understand that it is not always possible to judge from photographs how an item will look in the home or garden. For this reason, if notified within seven days from the date of delivery we offer a full refund (less any agreed carriage costs) once the item has been returned in the same condition as it left our premises.

Description
Antique breakfront bookcases are a perfect vehicle to house, not only books, but also a multitude of interesting objects and cherished possessions, including photographs.
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With a little time and imagination, they can become the focal point of a room, drawing the gaze and admiration of visitors.
Culvertons

Dating back to the early 1870s, this fine English walnut breakfront bookcase, which we have recently restored, is a particularly handsome, and well made, example. A part of that restoration process was to carefully remove layers of dark and degraded polish and wax that had built up over the previous 150 years, to reveal the mellow and decorative walnut beneath. An appealing light green floral fabric lines the interior; it appears to have been there for an exceedingly long time. We could have removed this late addition, and still can, if so desired, however, we really like the contrast and its decorative appeal, which conjures up a timeless piece from an English country house. An attractive antique walnut breakfront bookcase.

Height
118.5cm (46.65")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

Culvertons has dated this Walnut Breakfront Bookcase to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1187305
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Telephone 0777 542 6867 or 01306 770212
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42 A West Street
Dorking
Surrey
RH4 1BU
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/culvertons
Verified Since Dec 2013
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An antique walnut breakfront bookcase featuring a stepped architectural front and open shelving lined with patterned fabric.
Antique walnut breakfront bookcase
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An antique walnut breakfront bookcase featuring a stepped architectural front and open shelving lined with patterned fabric.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Regency
  • MaterialWalnut, Mixed Hardwoods
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsStepped breakfront facade, Fabric-lined back panels, Projecting central section
  • SizeH 118.5 cm (47 in) x W 183 cm (72 in) x D 34 cm (13 in)

FAQs

The breakfront style is characterised by a central section that projects forward from the flanking sections, creating a distinctive stepped architectural facade.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid timber carcases with decorative wood veneers such as walnut or mahogany, often featuring secondary woods like pine or oak for interior framing.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-cut joinery, period-appropriate hardware, aged timber patination, and construction methods consistent with historical cabinet-making techniques rather than modern mechanical fasteners.

Integrating such a piece into a modern scheme involves balancing the rich wood tones with neutral wall colours, curated collections of books, and minimal decorative accessories to avoid visual heaviness.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity and temperature levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent veneer fading, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood surface.
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