Late Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves
Description
k0670 A late Victorian English bookcase crafted from high-quality solid walnut, featuring solid walnut sides and a figured walnut oversailing top. Below the top, a panelled frieze is accented with an elegant, hand-carved rosette. The piece offers ample display space with three height-adjustable shelves, each finished with a hardwood moulded edge, all flanked by two moulded pilasters adorned with carved motifs at the capital, all resting on a sturdy, moulded plinth base.
Acquired in very good condition with only a few minor historic repairs, this piece has been very well looked after overthe years. The bookcase retains its original French polish which has carefully cleaned and waxed, showcasing a gorgeous, mellow colour and a soft patina. Solid sturdy, and woodworm-free, this timeless bookcase is ready to be placed at home. c1880
H45" W41.5" D13" D9.5"-shelves
H3ft 9" W3ft 5.5" D1ft 1"
H114cm W105.5cm D33cm D24cm-shelves