The glass-fronted bookcase entered the English cabinetmakers' repertoire about the mid-17th century, and the bookcase in one form or another has been an indispensable part of the civilized person's home ever since.The 17th century bookcase tended to be a glazed cabinet from plinth to pediment, with square glass panes. The later Stuart period saw the introduction of the bureau bookcase or the secretaire bookcase, where the bookshelves were double-heightened above a desk or cupboard base. Early bureau bookcases often had mirror or blind-panelled door fronts, although these have frequently been replaced with clear glass more...

Australian cedar, also known as red cedar or Toona ciliata, is a species of tree that is native to eastern Australia. It is known for its high-quality timber, which has a distinctive red color, fine grain, and a pleasant aroma. In the 19th century, Australian cedar was widely used in the manufacture of furniture, particularly in Australia and the United Kingdom.

The timber was considered to be a highly desirable material for furniture making due to its strength, durability, and natural resistance to rot and insects. It was also relatively easy to work with and could be finished to more...

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An Australian cedar bookstand with carved floral decoration,…

Antique Cedar Bookstand with Floral Carvings (9 words)

An Australian cedar bookstand with carved floral decoration, circa 1855, 14.5 cm high, 40 cm wide, 14 cm deep

19th century Australian cedar bookcase of narrow proportion,…

Narrow Cedar Bookcase with Glazed and Panelled Doors

19th century Australian cedar bookcase of narrow proportion, with stepped pediment over a pair of glazed doors above a pair of panelled doors, 199 x 81 x 37 cm

Vintage cedar display / bookcase with cabriole legs and…

Vintage Cedar Display Bookcase with Cabriole Legs

Vintage cedar display / bookcase with cabriole legs and adjustable shelves, 97 cm wide, 33 cm deep, 131 cm high

A 19th/20th century provincial cedar bookcase of small…

Small Cedar Bookcase with Glass Doors and Storage

A 19th/20th century provincial cedar bookcase of small proportions with glazed doors enclosing three shelves above single drawer and cupboard 93 cm width x 40 cm depth x 193 cm high

A Victorian cedar bookcase secretaire, second half 19th century,…

Victorian Cedar Bookcase with Secretaire and Cupboards

A Victorian cedar bookcase secretaire, second half 19th century, the secretaire bookcase with an architectural pediment above two glazed doors with three shelves, the secretaire drawer with brass handles and fitted with original Hobbs & Co, London lock,…

An Australian cedar associated secretaire bookcase, circa 1880,…

Australian Cedar Secretaire Bookcase

An Australian cedar associated secretaire bookcase, circa 1880, of typical form, the projecting lower section with a hinged fall front drawer opening to a fitted interior, 242 cm high, 118 cm wide, 56 cm deep

Victorian cedar secretaire bookcase with 2 mirrored doors…

Victorian Cedar Secretaire Bookcase

Victorian cedar secretaire bookcase with 2 mirrored doors opening to adjustable shelves above a secretaire desk and 2 door cabinet, divides into 2 parts for removal, 137 cm wide, 56 cm deep, closed, 231 cm high

Cedar bookshelf six open fixed shelves, shaped side supports,…

Cedar Bookshelf with Shaped Side Supports and Bun Feet

Cedar bookshelf six open fixed shelves, shaped side supports, on two turned bun feet, height 185 cm

An Australian cedar bookcase, 19th century, 212 cm high x 121…

19th Century Australian Cedar Bookcase

An Australian cedar bookcase, 19th century, 212 cm high x 121 cm wide, 49 cm deep

An Australian cedar open book case, 136 cm high, 127 cm wide,…

Australian Cedar Open Bookcase - 136x127x32 cm

An Australian cedar open book case, 136 cm high, 127 cm wide, 32 cm deep

An Australian cedar waterfall front bookshelf, 19th century, 84…

19th Century Australian Cedar Waterfall Bookshelf

An Australian cedar waterfall front bookshelf, 19th century, 84 cm high, 97 cm wide, 22 cm deep

A Victorian cedar bookcase, 19th century, of pleasing plain…

Victorian Cedar Bookcase with Glazed Cupboards and Drawers

A Victorian cedar bookcase, 19th century, of pleasing plain form with an extended cornice, glazed cupboards and three, timber shelves, the extended base with a pair of drawers with recessed, panels, shaped brass plates and swing handles above conforming…

A 19th/20th century provincial cedar bookcase, of small…

Small Cedar Bookcase with Glazed Doors and Drawer

A 19th/20th century provincial cedar bookcase, of small proportions with glazed doors enclosing three shelves above single drawer and cupboard. 93 cm width, 40 cm depth, 193 cm high

Free standing bookshelves, Australian cedar and pine, 19th…

19th Century Cedar and Pine Bookshelves

Free standing bookshelves, Australian cedar and pine, 19th century. 138 cm high, 135 cm wide, 31 cm deep. Provenance: The Rodney Pemberton Collection

Colonial cedar glass fronted bookcase. Adjustable shelves. One…

Cedar Glass Bookcase with Drawer

Colonial cedar glass fronted bookcase. Adjustable shelves. One drawer under. Height 195 cm. Width 116 cm. Depth 48 cm

A cedar open bookshelf, Australian, circa 1860, 96 cm high, 99…

Antique Cedar Bookshelf, Australian, 1860

A cedar open bookshelf, Australian, circa 1860, 96 cm high, 99 cm wide, 29 cm deep. Provenance: The Caressa Crouch & Carl Gonsalves Collection

An Australian cedar associated secretaire bookcase, circa 1880,…

Antique Australian Cedar Secretaire Bookcase

An Australian cedar associated secretaire bookcase, circa 1880, of typical form, the projecting lower section with a hinged fall front drawer opening to a fitted interior, 242 cm high, 118 cm wide, 56 cm deep

A cedar open bookshelf, Australian, 19th/20th century, 55 cm…

Australian Cedar Open Bookshelf, 19th/20th Century

A cedar open bookshelf, Australian, 19th/20th century, 55 cm high, 122 cm wide, 27 cm deep

Bookcase dresser, 19th century in cedar & mahogany (restoration…

Antique Cedar and Mahogany Bookcase Dresser

Bookcase dresser, 19th century in cedar & mahogany (restoration required). Height 206 cm, width 127 cm, depth 44 cm

An Australian cedar five shelf bookcase over two doors, c.1890…

Antique Australian Cedar Bookcase with Doors

An Australian cedar five shelf bookcase over two doors, c.1890 233 x 126 x 36 cm

An Australian Federation open cedar floor bookcase with four…

Australian Cedar Bookcase with Four Shelves

An Australian Federation open cedar floor bookcase with four shelves, 123 x 124 x 30 cm

Colonial cedar elevated bookcase with 2 glazed doors above 2…

Colonial Cedar Bookcase with Glazed and Timber Doors

Colonial cedar elevated bookcase with 2 glazed doors above 2 drawers and 2 timber panel doors, 136 cm wide, 62 cm deep, 207 cm high, divides into 2 parts for removal

Dwarf Bookcase: Australian cedar & pine. Height 114 cm, width…

Australian Cedar Dwarf Bookcase

Dwarf Bookcase: Australian cedar & pine. Height 114 cm, width 108 cm, depth 31 cm

Antique elevated bookcase from cedar. Two glass panelled doors,…

Antique Cedar Bookcase with Glass Doors and Cabinet

Antique elevated bookcase from cedar. Two glass panelled doors, over one long drawer and two door cabinet. 104 cm wide by 223 cm tall and 43 cm deep. Keys supplied

A cedar bookcase, Australian, 19th century, with an extended…

19th Century Cedar Bookcase with Fruiting Corbels

A cedar bookcase, Australian, 19th century, with an extended cornice above framed glazed doors flanked by pendant fruiting corbels, twin cupboards with flame figuration to the lower register raised on a plinth base, 223 cm high, 121 cm wide, 46 cm deep.…

An Australian provincial two height cedar bookcase. Height 215…

Australian Cedar Bookcase, 2 Heights

An Australian provincial two height cedar bookcase. Height 215 cm, width 107 cm, depth 43 cm

An antique Australian cedar bookcase with sloping display top…

1880 Australian Cedar Bookcase with Sloping Display Top and Drawers

An antique Australian cedar bookcase with sloping display top and four drawer base, circa 1880, 192 cm high, 96 cm wide, 54 cm deep

Antique Australian cedar two height bookcase, approx 205 cm…

Antique Australian Cedar Two-Height Bookcase

Antique Australian cedar two height bookcase, approx 205 cm high, 125 cm wide, 31 cm deep

An open face adjustable bookcase, Australian cedar and pine 118…

Adjustable Open-Face Bookcase in Cedar and Pine

An open face adjustable bookcase, Australian cedar and pine 118 cm high, 85 cm wide, 27 cm deep

Colonial cedar bookcase with glazed doors and four adjustable…

Cedar Bookcase with Glazed Doors and Adjustable Shelves

Colonial cedar bookcase with glazed doors and four adjustable shelves

Cedar bookcase with two glazed doors

Glazed Door Cedar Bookcase

Cedar bookcase with two glazed doors

A countertop bookcase display cabinet with two doors,…

Antique Cedar Bookcase Display Cabinet with Two Doors

A countertop bookcase display cabinet with two doors, Australian cedar, circa 1875, 77 cm high, 136 cm wide, 33 cm deep

19th century cedar elevated bookcase, with 2 glazed doors above…

Cedar Bookcase with Glazed and Shield Doors

19th century cedar elevated bookcase, with 2 glazed doors above a single drawer and 2 shield timber panel doors, 107 cm wide, 46 cm deep, 217 cm high divides into 2 sections for removal

A cedar four door book case, 20th century, with an extended and…

Cedar Bookcase with Glazed Doors and Cupboards

A cedar four door book case, 20th century, with an extended and stepped cornice above a pair of glazed doors flanked by corbels, the base with a single frieze drawer and a pair of cupboards above a plinth base, height 226 cm width 113 cm depth 45 cm

Cedar bookshelf, approx 127 cm high, 76 cmW x 38 cm deep

Cedar Bookshelf - 127cm x 76cm x 38cm

Cedar bookshelf, approx 127 cm high, 76 cmW x 38 cm deep

Australian cedar bookshelves with folk art carving, free…

South Australian Cedar Bookshelves with Folk Art Carving

Australian cedar bookshelves with folk art carving, free standing or wall mount, South Australian origin, 19th century 70 cm high, 57 cm wide, 15 cm deep

Early cedar lectern book stand 39.5 cm width, 25 cm depth, 29…

Cedar Lectern Book Stand - Compact and Elegant Design

Early cedar lectern book stand 39.5 cm width, 25 cm depth, 29 cm height

A glazed associated cedar bookcase, late 19th century, with…

A glazed associated cedar bookcase, late 19th century, with twin arched glazed doors, the extended base with ogee profile frieze drawers and cupboards with carved scroll details and corbels above a plinth base, 193 cm high, 138 cm wide, 43 cm deep

Victorian cedar elevated bookcase, with glazed doors opening to…

Victorian Cedar Glazed Bookcase, 3 Parts, Adjustable Shelves

Victorian cedar elevated bookcase, with glazed doors opening to adjustable shelves, divides into 3 parts for removal, 111 cm wide, 49 cm deep, 223 cm high

Two height cedar bookcase with one long drawer over shelved…

Cedar Bookcase with Drawer and Shelved Base

Two height cedar bookcase with one long drawer over shelved base. With key. 97 cm wide, by 209 cm tall and 43 cm deep.

Late Victorian cedar bookcase display, the top display…

Late Victorian Cedar Bookcase Display with Glass Doors and Drawer

Late Victorian cedar bookcase display, the top display compartment with twin glass doors and two shelves, resting on a cabinet with large drawer and internal storage behind two hinged doors, with corbels, 201 cm x 103 cm x 41 cm

Australian cedar and pine bookshelves, 20th century, 115 cm…

Australian Cedar and Pine Bookshelves

Australian cedar and pine bookshelves, 20th century, 115 cm high, 108 cm wide, 31 cm deep