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Superb Quality Bookcase by Durand of Paris
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Superb Quality Bookcase by Durand of Paris

19th century
Sold 18 February 2025 · Youlls Antiques
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A Superb quality bookcase by the esteemed cabinet maker Gervais Durand of Paris . Wonderful colour in a satin ash veneer, with fitted , adjustable shelves, enclosed by two large glass panelled doors with original locks. All in excellent condition.

Date of Manufacture

Youlls Antiques has dated this French Burr Walnut Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
232cm (91.34")
Width
141cm (55.51")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
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SA1113724
Description
A Superb quality bookcase by the esteemed cabinet maker Gervais Durand of Paris .
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Wonderful colour in a satin ash veneer, with fitted , adjustable shelves, enclosed by two large glass panelled doors with original locks.
Youlls Antiques

All in excellent condition.

Date of Manufacture

Youlls Antiques has dated this French Burr Walnut Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Height
232cm (91.34")
Width
141cm (55.51")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Reference Numbers
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SA1113724
Youlls Antiques
Youlls Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

Youlls antiques are a family business working in the trade for over three generations.

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Archive I A tall French burr walnut bookcase featuring double glazed glass doors, brass mounts, and multiple internal wooden shelves filled with books. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Superb Quality Bookcase by Durand of Paris

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Berkshire
RG17 OEJ
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A tall French burr walnut bookcase featuring double glazed glass doors, brass mounts, and multiple internal wooden shelves filled with books.
Superb quality bookcase by Durand of Paris
Ref: SA1113724
A tall French burr walnut bookcase featuring double glazed glass doors, brass mounts, and multiple internal wooden shelves filled with books.
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  • ObjectBookcases & Display Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Glass, Brass
  • ColourAmber Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Glazed glass doors, Brass hardware, Cornice moulding
  • SizeH 232 cm (91 in) x W 141 cm (56 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

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French burr walnut furniture gained prominence during the 19th century, particularly under the reign of Louis Philippe and the Second Empire, valued for its highly figured grain and sophisticated cabinetry.

These pieces typically utilized native hardwoods as a secondary timber, overlaid with finely sliced burr walnut veneer, complemented by hand-cut dovetail joints and traditional shellac finishes.

Authenticity is indicated by hand-cut joinery, irregularities in the wood grain typical of natural burr walnut, period-accurate glass with minor imperfections, and traditional brass hardware.

Pair the rich wood tones with neutral wall colours, minimalist contemporary seating, and carefully curated collections of books and objects to balance the heavy visual weight.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the veneer from drying and lifting, and feed the surface periodically with high-quality beeswax.
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