Magnificent Quality Walnut Marquetry Library Bookcase

A magnificent quality early Victorian walnut marquetry library bookcase on cabinet c.1850. Glazed bookcase top section with moulded cornice above, sat on a double door cabinet base with apron foot. Figured walnut veneers throughout on a mahogany carcase. The cornice, glazed door frame and base section including the drawer, doors and the apron foot decorated with superb floral design marquetry. The centre panels of the cupboard base inset with ebony panels crossbanded with pollard oak and inlaid with superb marquetry floral sprays in fruitwood and boxwood. The top glazed section opening to reveal an original velvet lined and shelved interior. Matching velvet lined interior to the base section with single shelf. Presented in fantastic original unrestored condition with a wonderful even mellow colour and patina. Measures 85" high x 48" wide x 18" deep at the deepest point. Glazed top 9.5" deep internally.

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