Pair Painted Library Bookcases 19th Century

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Arcadia Antiques

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Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL

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A pair of tall painted teal blue wooden library bookcases with multi-pane glazed doors, moulded cornices, and lower paneled drawers.

Pair of Painted Library Bookcase

Ref: SA1211815

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ObjectBookcases
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian Style
MaterialWood, Glass, Paint
ColourTeal Blue
MotifsMulti-pane glazing, Moulded cornice, Bracket feet, Paneled base
SizeH 225 cm (89 in) x W 152 cm (60 in) x D 46.5 cm (18 in)

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Glazed library bookcases gained prominence in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, designed to protect literary collections behind glass panes while keeping titles visible. They typically feature moulded cornices, field panels, and adjustable internal shelving tailored for study spaces and residential libraries.

These pieces were commonly constructed from solid woods such as pine, oak, or mahogany, finished with paint, eggshell, or natural oils. Glazing bar construction involves individually cut glass panes secured with wooden glazing bars, supported by hand-dovetailed drawers or paneled lower sections.

Authentic examples display hand-cut joinery, original irregularities in hand-blown glass, and historic layers of paint showing wear at touchpoints. Internal shelf supports often utilize traditional wooden ladder or saw-tooth mechanisms rather than modern metal fittings.

Flanking a fireplace, doorway, or large window with a matching pair creates architectural symmetry and visual balance in modern living rooms or dining spaces. Painted finishes introduce muted colour tones while offering substantial vertical storage for books or curated collections.

Dust painted surfaces regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemicals or abrasive polishes that could strip paint layers. Clean the glass panes using a vinegar-based cleaner applied directly to a cloth rather than sprayed onto the wooden glazing bars.

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Pair of Painted Library Bookcase