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Pair of George IV Rosewood Bookcases
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Pair of George IV Rosewood Bookcases

19th century
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Circa 1830, pair of George IV rosewood open bookcases, with raised stage backs supported by finely turned columns. The tops are crossbanded, above carved roundels and 2 carved acanthus capitols. Inside are 2 adjustable shelves on each bookcase. The shelves have rosewood facing and have rosewood scumbling as does the inside of the bookcase. The bookcases stand on an enclosed plinth and below are 4 squat bun feet.

Physical Dimensions
Height
127cm (50.00")
Width
38.5cm (15.16")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated these George IV Rosewood Bookcases to the 19th Century.

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SA600743
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17810
Description
Circa 1830, pair of George IV rosewood open bookcases, with raised stage backs supported by finely turned columns. The tops are crossbanded, above carved roundels and 2 carved acanthus capitols. Inside are 2 adjustable shelves on each bookcase. The shelves have rosewood facing and have rosewood scumbling as does the inside of the bookcase. The bookcases stand on an enclosed plinth and below are 4 squat bun feet.
Height
127cm (50.00")
Width
38.5cm (15.16")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated these George IV Rosewood Bookcases to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA600743
Dealers Internal Ref
17810
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A pair of narrow George IV rosewood open bookcases featuring carved rosettes, turned columns, and bun feet.
Pair of George IV Rosewood Bookcases
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A pair of narrow George IV rosewood open bookcases featuring carved rosettes, turned columns, and bun feet.
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George IV period furniture, dating from 1820 to 1830, marks the transition between Regency elegance and Victorian proportions, characterised by richly grained timbers, fine veneers, and classical carved motifs.

Cabinetmakers during this period predominantly used rosewood and mahogany veneers over solid timber structures, featuring hand-carved embellishments, turned uprights, and solid feet.

Authentic pieces feature highly figured rosewood graining, original turned bun feet, hand-cut dovetail joinery, and carved classical motifs such as rosettes and scroll brackets.

Narrow open bookcases function effectively in pairs flanking a fireplace alcove, positioned in a wide hallway, or integrated into a home office to display books and ceramics.

Maintain rosewood furniture by dusting regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and applying a thin coat of clear beeswax once or twice a year, keeping the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight.
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