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Antique Mahogany Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 8 April 2026 · Penderyn Antiques
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Description

A mahogany open bookcase, featuring adjustable shelves on vertical groove supports, allowing the shelf heights to be altered as required. The bookcase has a simple, well-proportioned design with stepped plinth base. The mahogany shows a warm tone with attractive grain. A lovely example.

Item Reference:

M-6580

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Dimensions:

Height – 112cm / Width - 91.5cm/ Depth - 27.5cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In antique condition overall. There is general fading to the finish, along with marks and scratches throughout, consistent with age and use. The plinth shows staining, and there is evidence of historic woodworm to the plinth, which is long gone and treated as a precaution.

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
91.5cm (36.02")
Depth
27.5cm (10.83")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1195166
Dealers Internal Reference
M-6580
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description
A mahogany open bookcase, featuring adjustable shelves on vertical groove supports, allowing the shelf heights to be altered as required. The bookcase has a simple, well-proportioned design with stepped plinth base. The mahogany shows a warm tone with attractive grain. A lovely example.
fig 1. An upright open wooden bookcase with three adjustable shelves and fluted pilasters in a rich brown finish.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany Open Bookcase

Item Reference:

M-6580

Dimensions:

Height – 112cm / Width - 91.5cm/ Depth - 27.5cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In antique condition overall.

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There is general fading to the finish, along with marks and scratches throughout, consistent with age and use.
Penderyn Antiques

The plinth shows staining, and there is evidence of historic woodworm to the plinth, which is long gone and treated as a precaution.

Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
91.5cm (36.02")
Depth
27.5cm (10.83")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1195166
Dealers Internal Ref
M-6580
Penderyn Antiques
Penderyn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Penderyn Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I An upright open wooden bookcase with three adjustable shelves and fluted pilasters in a rich brown finish. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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South Wales
CF44 0TJ
United Kingdom
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An upright open wooden bookcase with three adjustable shelves and fluted pilasters in a rich brown finish.
Antique Mahogany Open Bookcase
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An upright open wooden bookcase with three adjustable shelves and fluted pilasters in a rich brown finish.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsFluted pilasters, Adjustable shelving, Plinth base, Cornice moulding
  • SizeH 112 cm (44 in) x W 91.5 cm (36 in) x D 27.5 cm (11 in)

FAQs

Mahogany bookcases gained prominence during the 18th and 19th centuries as imported tropical hardwoods became accessible to cabinetmakers, leading to sophisticated library and study furniture.

These pieces typically feature solid mahogany or mahogany veneers applied to secondary woods like pine or oak, utilising traditional joinery such as dovetailing and mortise and tenon frames.

Authentic pieces often display hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage cracks, uniform patination, and secondary woods consistent with the stated period rather than modern machine-tooled joints.

An antique wooden bookshelf adds warmth and texture to modern neutral spaces, serving as a functional display unit for books, ceramics, and curated decorative objects.

Preserve the wood by maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax rather than silicone-based polishes.
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