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Satinwood Bookcase
For sale by Moxhams Antiques
for sale €20,475     $22,225
£17,500
Moxhams Antiques

Moxhams Antiques

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    Roger and jill bichard founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.
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    Moxhams Antiques is a registered member of BADA 
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Satinwood Bookcase

19th century
For Sale by Moxhams Antiques
Description

A fine quality George III bookcase in satinwood: the doors cross-banded and inset with ovals in an exotic timber; good architectural detail with pilasters inset with roundels; the upper backboards and shelves also in satinwood and the backs of the lower doors veneered in satin birch.

c. 1805

Date of Manufacture

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Antique Satinwood Open Bookcase to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
179cm (70.47")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA451949
Dealers Internal Reference
S719
Dealers Notes

Established in 1967,Moxhams Antiques is a family business with a large shop in Bradford-on-Avon near Bath. We have an extensive and varied stock specialising in good period town and country furniture, ceramics, particularly delftware, as well as some decorative items.

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Open 10am - 5.30pm, Monday to Saturday, but please let us know that you are coming.

Description
A fine quality George III bookcase in satinwood: the doors cross-banded and inset with ovals in an exotic timber; good architectural detail with pilasters inset with roundels; the upper backboards and shelves also in satinwood and the backs of the lower doors veneered in satin birch.

c. 1805

Date of Manufacture

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Antique Satinwood Open Bookcase to the 1800s.

Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
179cm (70.47")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA451949
Dealers Internal Ref
S719
Moxhams Antiques
Moxhams Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009

Roger and jill bichard founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.

Dealer Profile

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

Trade Associations

Moxhams Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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A large antique satinwood open bookcase featuring four oval-panelled lower cabinet doors and adjustable upper shelving.
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Archive I A large antique satinwood open bookcase featuring four oval-panelled lower cabinet doors and adjustable upper shelving.

Satinwood Bookcase

Archive II A large antique satinwood open bookcase featuring four oval-panelled lower cabinet doors and adjustable upper shelving. View II
Archive III A large antique satinwood open bookcase featuring four oval-panelled lower cabinet doors and adjustable upper shelving. View III
Archive IV A large antique satinwood open bookcase featuring four oval-panelled lower cabinet doors and adjustable upper shelving. View IV
Archive V A large antique satinwood open bookcase featuring four oval-panelled lower cabinet doors and adjustable upper shelving. View V
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Moxhams Antiques

Moxhams Antiques
Telephone Shop 01225 862789 / Evenings 01225 783199
Location
17 Silver Street
Bradford on Avon
Wiltshire
BA15 1JZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/moxhams
Verified Since Aug 2009
Items For Sale 134
Items Sold 371
Moxhams Antiques
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A large antique satinwood open bookcase featuring four oval-panelled lower cabinet doors and adjustable upper shelving.
Satinwood bookcase
Ref: SA451949
A large antique satinwood open bookcase featuring four oval-panelled lower cabinet doors and adjustable upper shelving.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialSatinwood
  • ColourGolden Brown
  • MotifsOval veneered panels, Carved roundels, Adjustable side slats
  • SizeH 206 cm (81 in) x W 179 cm (70 in) x D 39 cm (15 in)

This George III bookcase comes in golden brown satinwood with cross-banded doors inset with exotic timber ovals and satin birch lower door interior veneers. Architectural details include pilasters with carved roundels, adjustable side slats, and upper backboards and shelves in matching satinwood. The lower section contains four cabinet doors over a plinth, supporting an upper open shelving tier topped by a flat cornice. Measuring 206 cm high, 179 cm wide, and 39 cm deep, this substantial piece provides display and storage for a study, library, or drawing room. The glazed and porcelain objects on the shelves illustrate how collectors might use the open upper compartments for display, while the closed lower cabinets conceal everyday items.

FAQs

A satinwood bookcase is a storage piece constructed primarily from or veneered with satinwood, an exotic timber favoured during the late Georgian and Regency periods for its lustrous golden grain.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut satinwood veneers over pine or oak carcasses, hand-dovetailed drawer joints, and detailed marquetry or inlaid banding.

Look for natural timber oxidisation, subtle irregularities in hand-planed surfaces, historical joinery techniques, and period-correct brass hardware.

The light amber hue of satinwood complements contemporary neutral wall finishes and provides contrasting texture when placed against dark backdrop walls.

Keep the item away from direct sunlight to prevent timber bleaching, maintain consistent humidity levels, and apply natural beeswax sparingly to protect the finish.
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