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French Empire Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Bookcase
Ruby Antiques
for sale €1,404     $1,524
£1,200
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French Empire Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Bookcase

19th century
For Sale by Ruby Antiques
Description

A very attractive looking French Empire ormolu mounted bookcase made out of fiddle back mahogany with a pair of architectural columns which are mounted with ormolu mounts .The bookcase has a good mellow colour in good condition. It has three shelves which are fully adjustable, the freize has ebony inlaid panel to the centre with ormolu mounts either side of it.The measurements are 53.5 inches high x 34.5 inches wide x 17.5 inches deep all measurements are taken from the widest points.

Physical Dimensions
Height
136.6cm (53.78")
Width
90.3cm (35.55")
Depth
44.5cm (17.52")
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Ruby Antiques has dated this French Empire Mahogany Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1203316
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Description
A very attractive looking French Empire ormolu mounted bookcase made out of fiddle back mahogany with a pair of architectural columns which are mounted with ormolu mounts .The bookcase has a good mellow colour in good condition.
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It has three shelves which are fully adjustable, the freize has ebony inlaid panel to the centre with ormolu mounts either side of it.
Ruby Antiques

The measurements are 53.5 inches high x 34.5 inches wide x 17.5 inches deep all measurements are taken from the widest points.

Height
136.6cm (53.78")
Width
90.3cm (35.55")
Depth
44.5cm (17.52")
Date of Manufacture

Ruby Antiques has dated this French Empire Mahogany Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1203316
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A French Empire open mahogany bookcase featuring carved fluted side columns with brass capitals, upper ormolu mounts, and four open shelves filled with books.
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French Empire ormolu mounted Mahogany Bookcase

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Telephone 07733 264 767
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Dawes Farm
Taunton Road
Bridgewater
Somerset
TA6 6PS
United Kingdom
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A French Empire open mahogany bookcase featuring carved fluted side columns with brass capitals, upper ormolu mounts, and four open shelves filled with books.
French Empire ormolu mounted Mahogany Bookcase
Ref: SA1203316
A French Empire open mahogany bookcase featuring carved fluted side columns with brass capitals, upper ormolu mounts, and four open shelves filled with books.
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Originating in the early nineteenth century during Napoleon Bonapartes reign, French Empire furniture is characterised by neoclassical symmetry, rich mahogany timbers, architectural columns, and ornate gilt-bronze ormolu mounts.

Primary construction typically featured mahogany veneers over solid timber frameworks, complemented by cast gilt-bronze (ormolu) decorative mounts and brass accents.

Authentic pieces exhibit heavy carved mahogany construction, hand-chased gilt-bronze mountings with mercury gilding, traditional joinery techniques, and solid timber backboards.

Position the piece as a focal architectural feature alongside modern artwork or contemporary neutral upholstery to create a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Keep the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources, clean gilt-bronze mounts with a soft dry brush without abrasive polishes, and apply beeswax periodically to protect the mahogany finish.
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