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Antique 19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
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Antique 19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

19th century
Description

A handsome 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase, featuring an arched pediment with a decorative diamond motif above two glazed doors with elegant geometric glazing bars.

The secretaire drawer opens to reveal a writing surface and a fitted interior of small drawers and pigeonholes, with attractively figured drawer fronts. Three further drawers below provide generous storage, complemented by brass handles and shaped bracket feet.

With its warm mahogany tones and refined proportions, this is an attractive and practical piece for a study or living room.

Dimensions:

Height-222cm

Height To Writing Surface-77cm

Width-99cm

Depth-50cm

Please feel free to get in touch if you would like a delivery quote or any additional information!

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W H Barker Antiques has dated this Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase Desk to the 19th Century.

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SA1242034
Description
A handsome 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase, featuring an arched pediment with a decorative diamond motif above two glazed doors with elegant geometric glazing bars.
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The secretaire drawer opens to reveal a writing surface and a fitted interior of small drawers and pigeonholes, with attractively figured drawer fronts.
W H Barker Antiques

Three further drawers below provide generous storage, complemented by brass handles and shaped bracket feet.

fig 1. A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring an arched pediment, astragal glazed upper doors, and a four-drawer base with circular brass handles.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

With its warm mahogany tones and refined proportions, this is an attractive and practical piece for a study or living room.

Dimensions:

Height-222cm

Height To Writing Surface-77cm

Width-99cm

Depth-50cm

Please feel free to get in touch if you would like a delivery quote or any additional information!

Date of Manufacture

W H Barker Antiques has dated this Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase Desk to the 19th Century.

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SA1242034
W H Barker Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2026
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Archive I A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring an arched pediment, astragal glazed upper doors, and a four-drawer base with circular brass handles.

Antique 19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Archive II A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring an arched pediment, astragal glazed upper doors, and a four-drawer base with circular brass handles. View II
Archive III A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring an arched pediment, astragal glazed upper doors, and a four-drawer base with circular brass handles. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring an arched pediment, astragal glazed upper doors, and a four-drawer base with circular brass handles. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring an arched pediment, astragal glazed upper doors, and a four-drawer base with circular brass handles. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring an arched pediment, astragal glazed upper doors, and a four-drawer base with circular brass handles. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring an arched pediment, astragal glazed upper doors, and a four-drawer base with circular brass handles. View VII
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W H Barker Antiques
Telephone 07712 012600
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4 Lane Ends Farm Store
Burley Bank Road
Killinghall
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring an arched pediment, astragal glazed upper doors, and a four-drawer base with circular brass handles.
Antique 19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Ref: SA1242034
A 19th-century mahogany secretaire bookcase featuring an arched pediment, astragal glazed upper doors, and a four-drawer base with circular brass handles.
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  • ObjectSecretaire Bookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsAstragal glazing, Arched pediment, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet

This 19th-century Regency secretaire bookcase is made from mahogany with a warm brown finish, glass, and brass hardware. The upper section has an arched pediment with a diamond motif above two glazed doors with astragal glazing bars. The lower section includes four drawers with circular brass drop handles and shaped bracket feet. Standing at a height of 222 cm, a width of 99 cm, and a depth of 50 cm, it provides substantial storage capacity while maintaining a refined profile. The piece serves as a practical addition to a study or living room for document storage, display, and writing tasks. Inside, the secretaire drawer pulls out to reveal a fitted interior containing small drawers and pigeonholes alongside a dedicated writing surface. The drawer fronts display rich timber grain patterns, while the glass doors offer clear visibility for books or decorative objects. The structured lower chest rests steadily on bracket feet, balancing enclosed storage with upper display space. It integrates well into traditional or transitional home interiors.

FAQs

A secretaire bookcase is a dual-purpose piece of cabinet furniture combining an upper display or storage cabinet with a lower chest of drawers featuring a fold-out or drop-front writing desk. Popularised during the 18th and 19th centuries, it provided both document storage and a private workspace within domestic interiors.

These pieces were predominantly crafted using hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, often featuring decorative flame veneers and fine stringing inlays. The upper doors commonly incorporated glass panes secured with wooden astragal glazing bars, accompanied by solid brass hardware and mortise-and-tenon joinery.

Authentic 19th-century examples typically feature hand-dovetailed drawer joints, oak or pine secondary drawer linings, original brass locks with keyholes, and hand-cut astragal glazing on the cabinet doors. Wear along drawer runners, hand-planed backboards, and natural oxidisation of the timber interior also indicate authenticity.

A mahogany secretaire bookcase functions well in a contemporary study, living room, or hallway, serving as both a focal point and functional storage. Pairing dark wood with light neutral walls, modern art, or minimalist ceramics creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and contemporary aesthetics.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the wood finish. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity fluctuations to prevent veneer lifting or timber warping.
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