Early 19th Century Mahogany Glazed Bookcase of Compact Size and Depth

Name: Early 19th Century Mahogany Glazed Bookcase of Compact Size and Depth
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA838326
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

Description

A good early 19th century mahogany glass-fronted bookcase. Especially attractive because of its compact size and flexibility.

The bookcase is made up of two sections. The lower section with two finely figured mahogany doors, opening to reveal a fixed shelf on each side. The upper section with pediment is glazed and shallower in depth. There are two adjustable shelves on each side, ideal for smaller books, or displaying glass and porcelain items.

The base is decorated with roundels and beading, supported on a reeded plinth with attractively turned feet.

Date: c.1825-30

Dimensions:

Width: 36 inches (92 cm) x Height: 72 inches (183 cm) x Depth Base: 13.75 inches (35 cm) Depth Top: 9 inches (23 cm)

Physical Dimensions

Height

183cm (72.05")

Width

92cm (36.22")

Depth

35cm (13.78")

Declaration

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA838326

Dealers Internal Reference

1094/Q

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Description

A good early 19th century mahogany glass-fronted bookcase. Especially attractive because of its compact size and flexibility.

The bookcase is made up of two sections.

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The lower section with two finely figured mahogany doors, opening to reveal a fixed shelf on each side.

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

The upper section with pediment is glazed and shallower in depth. There are two adjustable shelves on each side, ideal for smaller books, or displaying glass and porcelain items.