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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 English glazed library bookcases painted in a muted teal blue finish with contrasting light interior shelves and glass grid doors.

Pair of English Painted Library Bookcases

Ref: SA1212951

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ObjectBookcases
Period19th century
StyleEnglish Country
MaterialPainted Wood, Glass
ColourTeal Blue
MotifsGlazed doors, Moulded cornice, Glazing bars, Bracket feet
SizeH 225 cm (89 in) x W 152 cm (60 in) x D 46.5 cm (18 in)

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English library bookcases traditionally feature upper glazed doors to protect volumes while displaying them, set above solid base panels or drawers. Emerging in the eighteenth century, these large storage pieces were designed for private libraries and study rooms, featuring classical cornices and moulded bases.

These pieces were commonly constructed from softwoods such as pine or hardwoods like oak, which were then painted or glazed. Construction typically includes hand-cut joinery, glass panes secured with wooden glazing bars, and adjustable interior shelving.

Authentic period bookcases display signs of historical wear, hand-cut dovetail joinery, and glass with subtle surface distortions. Look for multiple layers of historical paint finish, original hardware, and timber shrinkage marks consistent with natural ageing.

Pair a large painted bookcase with neutral modern walls to create a focal point, utilising the shelves for curating art, ceramics, and books. The muted blue-green tone anchors high-ceilinged living spaces, dining rooms, or home studies while providing structured visual symmetry.

Maintain painted timber surfaces by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoiding harsh chemical cleansers or excess moisture. Clean the glass doors carefully with a mild cleaner applied directly to a cloth rather than the frame to prevent paint damage.

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Pair of English Painted Library Bookcases