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Victorian Mahogany Gothic Breakfront Bookcase
Impressive Large Gothic Revival Breakfront Library Bookcase (19th Century)
Item Code: 1229
A magnificent and architecturally commanding 19th-century Gothic Revival breakfront bookcase, presenting a perfect union of ecclesiastical grandeur and stately refinement.
This substantial piece is arranged in three sections, with the central breakfront flanked by two shallower side bays. The upper display area features adjustable open shelving framed by dramatic spiral-carved clustered columns and pointed arched gallery details—striking hallmarks of the Gothic style. Behind the shelving, gathered silk panels offer a soft, luxurious contrast to the carved woodwork, lending a sense of delicacy and warmth.
The lower section comprises four glazed doors with exquisite gothic tracery, each backed with gathered silk to match the upper tier. These cupboards open to reveal generous storage, making the bookcase as practical as it is beautiful.
Carved floral roundels, moulded cornices, and shaped plinths further enhance the architectural form, giving this piece a distinguished and scholarly presence—ideal for a period study, refined home library, or elegant drawing room.
Key Features:
19th century Gothic Revival design
Breakfront form with three open display bays
Carved gothic tracery and spiral-clustered column details
Silk-backed glazed doors above and below
Four lower cupboards with shelved interiors
Architectural cornice and floral carved roundels
Excellent decorative condition with expected age-related wear
Dimensions:
Height: 274 cm
Width: 294 cm
Depth: 51 cm
A grand and scholarly statement piece, combining decorative drama with exceptional function—an ideal centrepiece for the serious collector or interior of distinction.
Augustus Pugin was an English architect, designer, artist and critic with French and Swiss origins. He is principally remembered for his pioneering role in the Gothic Revival style of architecture. His work culminated in designing the interior of the Palace of Westminster in Westminster, London, and its renowned clock tower, the Elizabeth Tower (formerly St. Stephen's Tower), which houses the bell known as Big Ben. Pugin designed many churches in England, and some in Ireland and Australia.
FB Antiques, long standing members of LAPADA (London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association), has been established since 1960 in London and had three shops supplying the home and overseas trade. We relocated from London 30 years ago to Rayleigh in Essex, to a 40,000 sqft warehouse from which we shipped approximately 120 containers a year. 5 years ago we downsized to our storage premises in Rettendon Essex, and now operate from our 15,000 sqft showroom and workshops, still supplying home and overseas trade as well as many members of the general public.
We pride ourselves on pricing our furniture at competitive prices. We are only 30 miles from London and are open by appointment for viewing. We are always willing to do a deal with the client and will try and assist in any way possible.
OPENING TIMES
Monday 10am-5pm
Tuesday 10am-5pm
Wednesday 10am-5pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday 10am-5pm
Weekends Appointment Only
RESTORATION
In our workshops we restore, make and hand polish furniture as well as refurbishing antique home and commercial bars built to size using as much antique timber as possible. For example, a front and back bar could range from anywhere between 6ft to 25ft+. All bars can be made to size and there are many different models including corner bars, canted corner bars, canopy bars and front and back bars.
DELIVERY
If you need the an item delivered to the UK or overseas this can be arranged on your behalf. When enquiring, please quote your postcode and address in order for us to get a firm quote for shipment. Standard delivery is carried out by a one man independent courier service.
RETURNS
If for some reason when you receive your item you are not satisfied then we will offer a full refund for the item and will allow a two week period to notify us that you wish to return the item. When the item is returned it must arrive at our premises in the same condition as it left. Please note once you have let us know that you would like to return an item, you have two weeks from that day to ensure that the item has been returned to our premises. The buyer is responsible for return carriage fees.
SellerFB Antiques
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Unit 7 Rawlings Farm Buildings
Main Road, Rettendon Common
Rettendon, Chelmsford
Essex
CM3 8DY
Tel : 01245 401210
Non UK callers : +44 1245 401210
Get directions to FB Antiques
Item Code: 1229
A magnificent and architecturally commanding 19th-century Gothic Revival breakfront bookcase, presenting a perfect union of ecclesiastical grandeur and stately refinement.
This substantial piece is arranged in three sections, with the central breakfront flanked by two shallower side bays. The upper display area features adjustable open shelving framed by dramatic spiral-carved clustered columns and pointed arched gallery details—striking hallmarks of the Gothic style. Behind the shelving, gathered silk panels offer a soft, luxurious contrast to the carved woodwork, lending a sense of delicacy and warmth.
The lower section comprises four glazed doors with exquisite gothic tracery, each backed with gathered silk to match the upper tier. These cupboards open to reveal generous storage, making the bookcase as practical as it is beautiful.
Carved floral roundels, moulded cornices, and shaped plinths further enhance the architectural form, giving this piece a distinguished and scholarly presence—ideal for a period study, refined home library, or elegant drawing room.
Key Features:
19th century Gothic Revival design
Breakfront form with three open display bays
Carved gothic tracery and spiral-clustered column details
Silk-backed glazed doors above and below
Four lower cupboards with shelved interiors
Architectural cornice and floral carved roundels
Excellent decorative condition with expected age-related wear
Dimensions:
Height: 274 cm
Width: 294 cm
Depth: 51 cm
A grand and scholarly statement piece, combining decorative drama with exceptional function—an ideal centrepiece for the serious collector or interior of distinction.
Augustus Pugin was an English architect, designer, artist and critic with French and Swiss origins. He is principally remembered for his pioneering role in the Gothic Revival style of architecture. His work culminated in designing the interior of the Palace of Westminster in Westminster, London, and its renowned clock tower, the Elizabeth Tower (formerly St. Stephen's Tower), which houses the bell known as Big Ben. Pugin designed many churches in England, and some in Ireland and Australia.
FB Antiques, long standing members of LAPADA (London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association), has been established since 1960 in London and had three shops supplying the home and overseas trade. We relocated from London 30 years ago to Rayleigh in Essex, to a 40,000 sqft warehouse from which we shipped approximately 120 containers a year. 5 years ago we downsized to our storage premises in Rettendon Essex, and now operate from our 15,000 sqft showroom and workshops, still supplying home and overseas trade as well as many members of the general public.
We pride ourselves on pricing our furniture at competitive prices. We are only 30 miles from London and are open by appointment for viewing. We are always willing to do a deal with the client and will try and assist in any way possible.
OPENING TIMES
Monday 10am-5pm
Tuesday 10am-5pm
Wednesday 10am-5pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday 10am-5pm
Weekends Appointment Only
RESTORATION
In our workshops we restore, make and hand polish furniture as well as refurbishing antique home and commercial bars built to size using as much antique timber as possible. For example, a front and back bar could range from anywhere between 6ft to 25ft+. All bars can be made to size and there are many different models including corner bars, canted corner bars, canopy bars and front and back bars.
DELIVERY
If you need the an item delivered to the UK or overseas this can be arranged on your behalf. When enquiring, please quote your postcode and address in order for us to get a firm quote for shipment. Standard delivery is carried out by a one man independent courier service.
RETURNS
If for some reason when you receive your item you are not satisfied then we will offer a full refund for the item and will allow a two week period to notify us that you wish to return the item. When the item is returned it must arrive at our premises in the same condition as it left. Please note once you have let us know that you would like to return an item, you have two weeks from that day to ensure that the item has been returned to our premises. The buyer is responsible for return carriage fees.
Price
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Category Antique Furniture
Period Mid Victorian Antiques
Material Mahogany
Origin English
Item code as403a2753 / LC1229
Status For Sale
£3750.00 
$4986.38
€4287.75
$4986.38
€4287.75
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Conversion rates as of 9/DEC/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Reasonable offers accepted.
View all stock from
FB Antiques
Unit 7 Rawlings Farm BuildingsMain Road, Rettendon Common
Rettendon, Chelmsford
Essex
CM3 8DY
Tel : 01245 401210
Non UK callers : +44 1245 401210
Get directions to FB Antiques
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