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Secretary from the Beginning of the 19th Century in Mahogany, England
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Glazed secretary in mahogany from the beginning of the 19th century of very good quality.
Very beautiful secretary composed of 4 drawers as well as a theater in the lower part and an upper glazed part which can be used as a bookcase or a showcase cabinet.
This very beautiful secretary stands out with a lemon tree theater with several arches and drawers and a door. Several secrets hidden...
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Early 19th Century British Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
English Painted Glazed Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large 19th century English painted pine bookcase / display cabinet with sliding glazed doors and adjustable shelving in both top and bottom sections. 1840.
Dimensions
109.5 inc...
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19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Antique Victorian 1840 a Blain & Son Liverpool Pollard Oak Bookcase Cupboard
By Arthur Blain
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and very rare, fully stamped, A Blain & Son Liverpool, Pollard Oak, open bookcase / cupboard circa 1840 Victorian
A very good looking and rare piece, pollard oak is highly collectable and was used by the finest furniture manufacturers, this piece is stamped to the top of one of the doors A Blain & Son Liverpool
This is the stamp for Arthur Blain who established the cabinet making business in the William IV period of 1835, at 35...
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1840s English Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Antique circa 1840 English Hardwood Three Tier Bookcase Trolly After Gillows
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very fine original circa 1840 English mahogany library bookshelf trolley on oversized William IV wagon wheels.
A good looking well made and...
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1840s English Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Hardwood
Open Bookcase in Walnut 19 ° Century-England
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant open bookcase in walnut from the 19th century from England.
Very beautiful open bookcase of large size, which is unusual. In addition It is unusual to find them a walnut.
T...
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19th Century British Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
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Walnut
Mid-19th Century English 'Gothic' Bookcase
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A smaller-scale English mid-Victorian bookcase in exotic wood with Gothic arch profile doors. Adjustable upper shelves and single shelf in cabinet base. C. 1850.
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Fruitwood, Walnut, Wood
Huge Hand Ornately Carved Antique Victorian Oak Library Bookcase Cupboard Base
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very large hand carved Antique Victorian circa 1840-1860 oak library bookcase with ornate scholar carvings
This is a very grand piece of English country...
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1840s English Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
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Oak
19th Century England Victorian Mahogany Corner Cupboards Bookcase, 1850s
Located in Roma, RM
Rare English study cabinet, corner bookcase, with two doors and a small fixed door, in mahogany wood of great quality and with a beautiful grain. Enriche...
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1850s English Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful antique early 19th century Victorian bookcase, masterfully crafted in rich solid mahogany, circa 1850.
This bookcase featu...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
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Mahogany
Large 19th Century Victorian Breakfront Bookcase with Integral Secretaire
Located in London, GB
A very fine and large Victorian mahogany breakfront bookcase and secretaire. The upper part has four compartments, the doors of ...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Burl Walnut Welling Chest Drawers Irish Provenance Sir Thomas KellyKenny
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stunning example of an early Victorian Burl Walnut Welling Chest of traditional form and wonderful provenance, circa mid Nineteenth Century and possibly of Irish manufacture.
Flanked by twin lockable pilasters enclosing seven graduated drawers with mahogany lined drawers and original turned handles, this wonderful piece ends on a square platform base.
Condition: Superb condition with no losses, no evidence of repairs, recently professionally re-polished. Lock and key are present and working, all drawers are very smooth to use.
Height: (overall as shown) 50.75” (129cm). Width: 22.5” (57cm). Depth: 16.5” (42cm).
Location: Dublin City, Ireland.
Provenance: From the collection of The Boer War General, Irishman Sir Thomas Kelly-Kenny, the first Irish Catholic...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Early Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
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Antique Burl Walnut Welling Chest Drawers Irish Provenance Sir Thomas KellyKenny
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Condition: Superb condition with no losses, no evidence of repairs, recently professionally re-polished. Lock and key are present and working, all drawers are very smooth to use.
Height: (overall as shown) 50.75” (129cm). Width: 22.5” (57cm). Depth: 16.5” (42cm).
Location: Dublin City, Ireland.
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Antique Victorian Brass Inlaid Coromandel Library Book Trough Bookcase Holder
Located in Dublin, Ireland
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Antique Mid-19th Century Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
Located in Batley, GB
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19th Century English Faux Book Box Table
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Date: 1830 to 1850
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19th Century mahogany bookcase with a superb figured mahogany
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circa 1850 Antique Victorian Gothic Revival Astral Water Glazed Library Bookcase
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H 88.98 in W 68.51 in D 14.77 in
19th Century Secretaire Bureau In Mahogany-england
Located in Brussels, Brussels
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circa 1840 Antique Victorian Waterfall Open Library Bookcase in Flamed Hardwood
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H 57.88 in W 49.22 in D 12.41 in
Fine Quality 19th Century Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase of Large Proportions
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Antique Victorian Brass Inlaid Coromandel Library Book Trough Bookcase Holder
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Find a broad range of unique Early Victorian bookcases for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage bookcases created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, mahogany and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Early Victorian bookcases made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original bookcases, popular names associated with this style include and Arthur Blain. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for bookcases differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,836 and tops out at $15,544 while the average work can sell for $7,500.
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