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19th Century French Walnut & Ebony Library Bookcase, C1860
Anthony Short Antiques
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19th Century French Walnut & Ebony Library Bookcase, C1860

19th century
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Superb Quality 19th-century French Solid Walnut Library Bookcase

This superb quality and exceptional French mid-19th-century solid walnut and ebonised three-door bibliotheque, or library bookcase, is a remarkable piece. It features a tall moulded cornice above three glazed doors trimmed in ebonised wood, which enclose five solid adjustable shelves with black-trimmed edges, divided by elegant ebonised curved mouldings. The base of the bookcase includes three additional glazed doors with ebonised trim and adjustable solid shelves, all resting on a moulded plinth base with ebonised feet. The sides of the bookcase are accented with curved ebonised mouldings, enhancing its overall design. With great colour and patina, France, circa 1860. The locks are in working order and come with original keys. Crafted with fine quality and expert craftsmanship, it utilizes pegged construction and features an original oak panelled back.

Over its 150 years, this bookcase has developed a superb deep patina, reflecting its historical significance and quality construction. The inclusion of its original shaped keys adds to its authenticity. This library bookcase not only serves as a functional piece of furniture but also as a timeless work of art that embodies the elegance of French style. Its combination of quality materials, expert craftsmanship, and rich history makes it a truly remarkable piece for any collector or design enthusiast.

Height 270cm (106.3in)

Width 209cm (82.3in)

Depth 43.5cm (17.1in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
270cm (106.30")
Width
209cm (82.28")
Depth
43.5cm (17.13")
Declaration

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this French Walnut Library Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220382
Dealers Internal Reference
1262
Description
Superb Quality 19th-century French Solid Walnut Library Bookcase
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This superb quality and exceptional French mid-19th-century solid walnut and ebonised three-door bibliotheque, or library bookcase, is a remarkable piece.
Anthony Short Antiques

It features a tall moulded cornice above three glazed doors trimmed in ebonised wood, which enclose five solid adjustable shelves with black-trimmed edges, divided by elegant ebonised curved mouldings. The base of the bookcase includes three additional glazed doors with ebonised trim and adjustable solid shelves, all resting on a moulded plinth base with ebonised feet. The sides of the bookcase are accented with curved ebonised mouldings, enhancing its overall design. With great colour and patina, France, circa 1860. The locks are in working order and come with original keys. Crafted with fine quality and expert craftsmanship, it utilizes pegged construction and features an original oak panelled back.

fig 1. A large 19th-century French walnut and ebony glazed library bookcase housing rows of leather-bound books.
fig 1. 19th Century French Walnut & Ebony Library Bookcase, C1860

Over its 150 years, this bookcase has developed a superb deep patina, reflecting its historical significance and quality construction. The inclusion of its original shaped keys adds to its authenticity. This library bookcase not only serves as a functional piece of furniture but also as a timeless work of art that embodies the elegance of French style. Its combination of quality materials, expert craftsmanship, and rich history makes it a truly remarkable piece for any collector or design enthusiast.

Height 270cm (106.3in)

Width 209cm (82.3in)

Depth 43.5cm (17.1in)

Height
270cm (106.30")
Width
209cm (82.28")
Depth
43.5cm (17.13")
Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this French Walnut Library Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1220382
Dealers Internal Ref
1262
Anthony Short Antiques
Anthony Short Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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19th Century French Walnut & Ebony Library Bookcase, C1860

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Anthony Short Antiques

Anthony Short Antiques
Telephone 07595 60 33 48
Location
Market Square
Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 0AH
United Kingdom

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Items For Sale 175
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Anthony Short Antiques
Anthony Short Antiques
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A large 19th-century French walnut and ebony glazed library bookcase housing rows of leather-bound books.
19TH CENTURY FRENCH WALNUT & EBONY LIBRARY BOOKCASE, C1860
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A large 19th-century French walnut and ebony glazed library bookcase housing rows of leather-bound books.
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French library bookcases from the mid-to-late 19th century, particularly during the Napoleon III era, frequently feature figured timber veneers, ebonised accents, and expansive glazed doors designed to store and display book collections.

Crafted using French walnut veneers over solid hardwood frameworks, these cabinets typically incorporate ebonised mouldings, geometric inlay, hand-cut dovetail joinery, and original brass locks with glass-fronted panels.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut timber joinery, age-consistent oxidisation on internal surfaces, subtle imperfections in the hand-blown glass panes, and secondary timber backing panels with period-appropriate construction marks.

Position the bookcase as a central architectural feature in a study or living space, balancing structured book arrangements with small sculptural items or framed art to soften the tall timber proportions.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and intense sunlight to prevent veneer separation, clean glass panes with a dry microfiber cloth, and apply high-grade beeswax periodically to protect the original finish.
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