British Bookcases

A Mid-Century Modern book case by English manufacturer Avalon with 2 sliding doors, one wood and the other glass. Features are as follows: - Teak frame - 1 glass and 1 teak sliding ...

English George III figured mahogany bookcase. Excellent scale with original glass, locks and feet. Old surface of deep color. Glazed cabinet on top over two-drawer base (2 parts). Ad...

This is an antique revolving bookcase. An English, walnut rotating novel library, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Attractive rotating library, handy to keep favourite t...

George IV mahogany secretaire bookcase, the upper section with a pair of eliptical glazed doors, the base with satinwood lined serectair drawer above a further three long drawers on ...

Antique George I quality figured walnut bureau bookcase having a shaped cornice above a pair of walnut doors with original plate mirrors opening ...

An Early 20th Century Handmade Mahogany Revolving Tabletop Bookcase With In-Lay Detailing To The Bookcase Top Well executed handmade made bookcase on rotating base. Extra dimensi...

A beautiful antique burr walnut bookcase in the Georgian style. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1920’s. It is of very good quality and has lovely proportions, wit...

A Liberty and Co Arts and Crafts golden oak bookcase with unusual shelves that slide in from the back giving three different heights, with stylised floral cut-outs to the top and bot...

George II walnut and walnut burl slant front bureau bookcase / secretary with original hand beveled mirrored doors on bracket feet. Upper cabinet with candle slides conceals book she...

A magnificent George III period seven door breakfront library bookcase. Constructed in the finest quality figured mahogany, having a moulded cornice above seven astragal glazed doors...

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage flamed mahogany and hardwood open corner library bookcase which splits into two easy to transport...

A very well made antique revolving bookcase / cabinet. This was made in England, it dates from the late twentieth century. The quality is outstanding, this is an unusual size for a ...

19th century five tier graduated etagere / shelf with barley twist legs topped with hand carved finials. Each shelf is backed with carved stop.

This is a beautiful pair of antique Victorian mahogany open bookcase, Circa 1870 in date. The bookcases with elegant stepped rectangular cornices, and each with four adjustable she...

A unique Early 19th C. English Provincial Carved Pine Breakfront, with exceptional molded Neoclassical elements. A removable pediment crest over a facade with molded bellflower and f...

A fabulous quality Edwardian mahogany two door display case or bookcase, with gorgeous patination, marquetry detail and fine line inlay throughout. The broken swan neck pediment raised over moulded cornice with a lovely centred marquetry round fan motif detail, above twin astragal glazed panel doors with decorative brass escutcheon and key, opening to lined, shelved interior. Raised over a moulded, crossbanded table top above frieze with two cross banded drawers with brass swan neck handles, supported on elegant square tapering leg conjoined with concave undertier, terminating on spade foot...

A stunning antique Victorian inlaid walnut open bookcase. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period. It is an impressive size with a breakfront design in t...

Liberty & Co. A quality Arts & Crafts oak glazed bookcase with stylized heart details and stylized copper handles, flanked by side shelves with twin architectural supports united to ...

An impressive chinoiserie bureau bookcase on a red background, the carcass itself 18th century but lacquered in the early 20th century, hav...

A Regency mahogany secretaire bookcase - circa 1820. Displaying a fall writing desk, enclosing a fitted interior. Raised on shaped splay bracket feet. Height - 236cm Width - ...

Circa 1890 Monumental English 19th C Ironmongers open Pine Bookcase Cabinet in original colour Measures: W 286 x D 25 x H 113 cm.    

Walnut open bookcase, the large impressive rectangular breakfront top. Above three bays of adjustable shelves divided by scrolling capped columns. All raised on a plinth base. Dimens...

circa 1895 Pair 19thC English Mahogany Glazed Cabinets , Georgian Style with Brass Grilled Doors and glass shelves With keys   Measures: W6...

A very rare and fine early 19th century Georgian mahogany bureau bookcase, line inlaid throughout and with intricate marquetry depicting Neoclassical motifs of swags, garlands, flowe...

English George III style mahogany and burl bookcase cabinet in two parts. The upper with glazed doors having individual arched mullions and opening with a key to reveal two adjustabl...

We are delighted to offer for sale this Vintage Oak Open Bookcase With Adjustable Shelves And a Brown Leather Top. This bookcase is part of a suite, we have two matching filing cab...

Very small late 18th C English painted oak bureau bookcase. 1780. Reference: 7382 Dimensions 34 inches (86 cms) Wide 19.5 inches (50 cms) Deep 82 inches (208 cms) High.

Truly exceptional and very rare antique painted pine concave library bookcase. George III or later. Wonderful wavy hand blown glass in the doors, 1780. Dimensions 83.5 inches (21...

Origin: England Designer: Robert Heritage Manufacturer: Fyn Layde Furniture Era: 1966 Materials: Tola Measurements: 36.25" wide x 16.75" deep x 72" tall, Desk: 34.5" wide x 15" deep ...

Beautiful ash library staircase, with many details. The steps are very stable in use due to the construction and the long handle. Perfectly suited for everyday use and multiple purpo...

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare, now discontinued, Thomas Chippendale Library bookcase which is an exact authorised copy of one from Princess’s Diana’s family home, the Althorp Estate, it was part of the Living History collection, made by Theodore Alexander and retailed through Brights of Nettlebed The Althorp estate is widely considered one of, if not the finest English country home left standing. You can see clips of the tours online, the place is an absolute marvel of English history. The estate is owned, and has been by the Spencer family’s for over 500 years, I’ll include the history below. The estate is currently in the stewardship of the Earl of Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother The bookcase itself is very fine, in flamed mahogany with a very regal oxblood velour lining. The handles inside the top section are leopard’s heads, you have two hidden drawers to the top, the right one has the Althorp family crest inside. The piece also has a removable coat of arms, armorial crest to the middle top Condition wise this piece is exquisite, there is very little in terms of wear or use, it has been cherished since new and is a very fine piece indeed Dimensions Height:- 202cm Width:- 81.5cm Depth:- 41cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point Althorp History  Althorp (popularly pronounced /'??l???rp/ AWL-thorp) is a Grade I listed stately home and estate in the civil parish of Althorp, in West Northamptonshire, England of about 13,000 acres (5,300 ha). By road it is about 6 miles (9.7 km) northwest of the county town of Northampton and about 75 miles (121 km) northwest of central London, situated between the villages of Great Brington and Harlestone. It has been held by the prominent aristocratic Spencer family for more than 500 years, and has been owned by Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer since 1992. It was also the home of Lady Diana Spencer (later Princess of Wales) from her parents' divorce until her marriage to Charles, Prince of Wales. Althorp is mentioned as a small hamlet in the Domesday Book as "Olletorp", and by 1377 it had become a village with a population of more than fifty people. By 1505 there were no longer any tenants living there, and in 1508, John Spencer purchased Althorp estate with the funds generated from his family's sheep-rearing business. Althorp became one of the prominent stately homes in England. The palace dates to 1688, replacing an earlier house that was once visited by Charles I. The Spencer family amassed an extensive art collection and other valuable household items. During the 18th century, the house became a major cultural hub in England, and parties were regularly held, attracting many prominent members of Great Britain's ruling class. George John, 2nd Earl Spencer, who owned Althorp between 1783 and his death in 1834, developed one of the largest private libraries in Europe at the palace, which grew to over 100,000 books by the 1830s. After falling on hard times, John Spencer, 5th Earl Spencer, known as the Red Earl, in 1892 sold much of the collection to Enriqueta Rylands, who was building the University of Manchester Library. Many of Althorp's furnishings were sold off during the twentieth century, and between 1975 and 1992 alone approximately 20% of the contents were auctioned. The house at Althorp was a "classically beautiful" red brick Tudor building, but its appearance was radically altered, starting in 1788, when the architect Henry Holland was commissioned to make extensive changes. Mathematical tiles were added to the exterior, encasing the brick, and four Corinthian pilasters were added to the front. The grand hall entrance to the house, Wootton Hall, was cited by Sir Nikolaus Pevsner as "the noblest Georgian room in the county". The Great Dining Room in the east wing extension of the house was added in 1877 to designs by John Macvicar Anderson, its walls hung with faded, red damask silk. Numerous fireplaces and furnishings were brought to Althorp from Spencer House in London during the Blitz for safekeeping and still remain. The Picture Gallery stretches for 115 feet (35 m) on the first floor of the west wing, and is one of the best remaining examples of the original Tudor oak woodwork and ambiance in the mansion. It has an extensive collection of portraits, including Anthony van Dyck's War and Peace, a John de Critz...

Cotswold School low stepped bookcase with central cupboard Exposed dovetailing and raised chequered banding Attributed to Edward Barnsley Circa 1930 ...

A monumental towering wooden column bookcase, thought to have been designed for offices of importance in 19th century England. Interchangeable slats allow for the heights of the she...

CHARMING Antique English Jacobean Style Oak Book or Magazine Rack with Lower Storage Cabinet~~c. 1920s Versatile size fits in small spaces! 38.5" tall x 15.5" wide x 10" deep~~ver...

An early 20th century, good quality painted mahogany 4-door secretaire breakfront library bookcase, the moulded cornice above four astragal glazed doors, opening to adjustable shelve...

Aesthetic oak open bookcase of small proportions, the rectangular top above a carved frieze with ebonized detail, to the adjustable shelving flanked by reeded columns. All raised up ...

We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of Samuel Pepys 1666 large library bookcases after the original. These bookcases are basically the birthpla...

Elegant large mahogany bookcase from the 19th century from England Very beautiful bookcase called breakfront (which has a forward part). Which gives it a nice line. The lower part ...

Circa 1820-30’s Early 19thC English mahogany school library glazed bookcase Excellent quality and patination with original hardware Adjustable shelves (3 parts) One gl...

Antique English Regency Mahogany Secretary bookcase, Circa 1890.

English Chippendale mahogany broken pediment breakfront with carved floral medallions, candle light molding, four upper case glass doors with adjus...

Circular tapered with six shelves and false leather book spines. Square plinth base. Great piece for a mans library.

Beautiful antique Walnut Globe Wernicke bookcase. In perfect condition. Consisting of 8 stackable parts. Origin: England Period: Ca.1900 Wood type: Walnut Size: 173cm x 26cm x h.142cm

Early 19th century English original painted pine waterfall bookcase/dresser. 1830. First shelf depth: 20.5cm (8-inches) Second shelf depth: 17.5cm (7-inches) Top shelf depth: 13...

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Bevan Funnel Georgian Style Display Cabinet Bookcase. A sophisticated piece that marries traditional craftsmanship wit...

Antique English mahogany Chippendale breakfront bookcase, circa 1890.

A George III Sheraton period mahogany breakfront bookcase of good low-waisted proportions, attractive arched glazing bars inlaid with ebony and satinwood diamonds which match the inl...

Nicely proportioned with broken arch carved pediment terminating with flower heads over a fluted frieze over a pair of doors flanked by a pair of doors all with honeycomb mullions en...

Edward William Godwin (1833-1886) for William Watt, a rare and important Anglo-Japanese walnut bookcase, circa 1871. With brass handles and shield style escutcheon, the lower cupboard with two sliding doors inset with painted panels attributed to Henry Stacy Marks...

English Chippendale mahogany swan neck breakfront with a carved molded edge cornice, centered carved foliage fret work, patera inlaid floral medalli...

English Georgian (18/19th Century) mahogany secretary bookcase having a 2 glass mullioned doors over multiple drawers & a fall-front center...

Regency library bookcase the projecting cornice above two large glazed doors enclosing 5 adjustable shelves to each side the base section fitted with panelled cupboard doors opening ...

For your consideration is this fabulous floor standing round shouldered Art Deco glazed bookcase with a modernist slant. Dating to the 1930's and English made, this bookcase has beau...

Stunning early 19th century English oak country house gothic bookcase with wonderful colour, creates a real statement piece. 1810. Shelf depth on the wings: 7.5in (19.5cm) Shelf de...

A large and impressive late Regency six door mahogany bookcase attributed to Gillows, the upper section with a triple breakfront cornice above glazed doors with brass diamond trellis grilles, each enclosing adjustable shelves, the base with panelled cupboards decorated with book-matched flame veneers between turned columns with palmette terminals. English, circa 1815. Footnote. A double Breakfront Library Bookcase Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, c.1820 The bookcase of large form but of elegant proportions, having a pleasing low waist, always desirable on case furniture of this sort, brass grilles, a plinth base veneered in the finest mahogany and intriguing inlaid quatrefoil shaped escutcheons to the central doors. Designed in the early 19th century “Roman” fashion, this bookcase is one of a small group of such pieces that have been linked in the past to designs provided by the Wyatt family of architects (see for example a bookcase of remarkably similar form offered by Christie’s in London on the 16th of December 2010 with an estimate of £40-£60,000). Although any link with Wyatt must remain purely speculative, the attribution of this bookcase to the firm of Gillows of Lancaster can be made with a much higher degree of confidence. This attribution is based partly on a fine suite of similar library bookcases supplied to Tatton Park and discussed in detail by Dr. Susan Stuart in Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730-1840, page 375-377, plates 443 & 444. Of even greater interest is a design for a complete...

We are so excited to present to you this vintage mahogany dwarf bookcase. We have lightly restored this by giving it a hand clean all over, hand waxed and hand polish. Please ...

A very finely carved mahogany breakfront bookcase with mitered doors having swag mullions set atop a low hip base. The bookcase has personal readin...

A smart and very useful antique Georgian style slim bookcase. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s. The quality is excellent, this has a smart and very practica...