Superior quality mid C19th mahogany library bookcase of broad proportions.
Glazed cabinet top 2-door cupboard base mahogany bookcase of good wide proportions. The glazed doors fitted original glass in gently arched-top panels , the 2-door cupboard base with conforming moulded-edge shaped panels.
The stiles of the sides of both sections with flattened pilaster uprights and each terminating with a well-carved architectural corbel to the tops and a classically-inspired architectural block to their bases.
The glazed top with 3 original adjustable mahogany shelves with original movable brass ''button'' retainers and multiple height adjustment holes to the sides of the cabinet .
The top with a stepped architectural pedimented and moulded cornice . The whole raised on a plinth base . The reverse fitted with the original back-boards .
Fitted with all original brass-ware , locks , escutcheons and door bolts . Supplied with 2 original steel keys.
Excellent heavy quality grade of mahogany throughout, with original polished surface which has achieved a rich colour and patination.
H 93''
W 56'' & 60'' extreme
D 18.5''
England c.1850
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
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Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Reference: ML 199
Antique Number: SA646271
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 236cm (92.9inches)
Width is 142cm (55.9inches)
Depth is 47cm (18.5inches)
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