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Good Quality Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
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Good Quality Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

1900 - 1920
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A particularly attractive quality mahogany waterfall bookcase, displaying elegant proportions and fine decorative detailing. The bookcase is raised upon elegant tapered legs terminating in brass castors, allowing it to be easily positioned within the home.

The lower section incorporates a mahogany-lined drawer, whilst the case is beautifully enhanced with rosewood crossbanding and delicate boxwood line inlays, adding a refined contrast to the rich mahogany timbers. The sides are fitted with original-style brass swan-neck carrying handles, providing both practicality and an attractive decorative feature.

A charming and versatile piece of antique furniture, ideal for displaying books, objets d’art or treasured collections.

Presented in good condition.

Size:

Height 44 1/2" (108cm)

Width 25" (68cm)

Depth 12" (30cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Mahogany Waterfall Open Bookcase to the 1920s.

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SA1232469
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PP121-22
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A particularly attractive quality mahogany waterfall bookcase, displaying elegant proportions and fine decorative detailing.
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The bookcase is raised upon elegant tapered legs terminating in brass castors, allowing it to be easily positioned within the home.
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fig 1. A dark mahogany waterfall bookcase with four graduated open shelves, brass side handles, and a bow-front lower drawer on turned legs with castors.
fig 1. Good Quality Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

The lower section incorporates a mahogany-lined drawer, whilst the case is beautifully enhanced with rosewood crossbanding and delicate boxwood line inlays, adding a refined contrast to the rich mahogany timbers. The sides are fitted with original-style brass swan-neck carrying handles, providing both practicality and an attractive decorative feature.

fig 2. A dark mahogany waterfall bookcase with four graduated open shelves, brass side handles, and a bow-front lower drawer on turned legs with castors.
fig 2. Good Quality Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

A charming and versatile piece of antique furniture, ideal for displaying books, objets d’art or treasured collections.

Presented in good condition.

Size:

Height 44 1/2" (108cm)

Width 25" (68cm)

Depth 12" (30cm)

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Mahogany Waterfall Open Bookcase to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1232469
Dealers Internal Ref
PP121-22
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
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Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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Archive I A dark mahogany waterfall bookcase with four graduated open shelves, brass side handles, and a bow-front lower drawer on turned legs with castors.

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A dark mahogany waterfall bookcase with four graduated open shelves, brass side handles, and a bow-front lower drawer on turned legs with castors.
Good Quality Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
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A dark mahogany waterfall bookcase with four graduated open shelves, brass side handles, and a bow-front lower drawer on turned legs with castors.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsGraduated shelves, Bow front drawer, Brass carrying handles, Turned legs on castors
  • SizeH 108 cm (43 in) x W 68 cm (27 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

This Regency-style waterfall bookcase dates from 1920 and takes the form of a freestanding open-shelf cabinet in a rich brown mahogany with contrasting rosewood crossbanding and boxwood line inlays. The upper section contains four graduated open shelves enclosed by a low gallery rail at the top, while the lower section houses a bow-front mahogany-lined drawer. Brass swan-neck carrying handles are mounted to each side panel, and circular brass pull handles adorn the drawer face. The piece is elevated on turned tapered wooden legs fitted with brass castors. Measuring 108 cm high, 68 cm wide and 30 cm deep, the unit provides compact open storage for books or decorative objects. It suits placement in a living room, study or hallway as a decorative display and storage fixture.

FAQs

A waterfall bookcase is an open shelving unit featuring tiers that graduate in depth from top to bottom, creating a sloped profile typical of late Georgian and Regency furniture designs.

Traditional examples are constructed using hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, frequently incorporating boxwood or satinwood inlay, brass carrying handles, and turned feet.

Authentic pieces usually display hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original cast brass hardware, natural age-related patination on exposed timber surfaces, and graduated shelf proportions.

Position the piece in an entryway or study, filling the graduated tiers with a combination of hardback books, studio ceramics, and small framed artwork to balance traditional craftsmanship with modern decor.

Dust surfaces regularly using a clean microfibre cloth and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax polish along the grain annually, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight.
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