Antique Display Bookcase, English, Walnut, Breakfront Library Cabinet, Regency

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25544

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2024

£5,950.00

€6,837 Euro
$7,938 US Dollar

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Item Description

This is a large antique display bookcase, an English walnut breakfront library cabinet dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

A piece of superb Regency craftsmanship, boasting striking colour, refined detail and wonderful proportion
Traditional breakfront form, with a commanding central cabinet flanked by a pair of glazed doors
Crafted from select walnut stocks, offering light caramel hues and superb grain figuring
Finest quality boxwood inlay accentuates the apron and field panel door with tasteful contrast

Doors finished with matched locks, complete with working key present
Shelves dressed in original velvet, with exposed walnut across each leading edge
Ormolu mounts add a refined and ornate flourish in keeping with Regency taste
Standing upon a plinth base with shaped apron and a well-presented panelled rear

Perfect for those seeking a statement library cabinet with elegant Regency character, this antique display bookcase is a striking example, showcasing fine craftsmanship, decorative detail and enduring quality. Excellent scale and presence, suitable for a library, drawing room or grand reception hall. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 184.5cm (72.75'')
Max Depth: 39cm (15.25'')
Max Height: 111.5cm (44'')

Shelf Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'')

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