Vintage Waterfall Bookcase, English, Whatnot, Book Shelf Stand, Regency Revival

This is a vintage waterfall bookcase. An English, mahogany whatnot or open book shelf in Regency revival taste, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970.

Appealing revival book shelf for the home library or lounge
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout
Warm caramel hues beam beneath a wax polish finish

Graceful waterfall form with a shaped crest rail and open sides
Three graduated shelves accommodate a useful selection of books
Striking X-form side supports host oval foliate patera
Middle shelf lined with a leather finish, the edge accentuated with a brass rail

Deep profile to the lowest shelf, the base hosting a useful drawer — ideal for sheet music
Drawer fascia dressed with a pair of brass drop handles upon flowerhead backplates
Standing upon a quartet of spade feet, with short tapered legs

This is an attractive vintage waterfall bookcase, graced with Regency revival overtones. Pleasingly crafted in mahogany, with appealing figuring, the trio of shelves can host a variety of books, from novels to reference volumes. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 65cm (25.5'')
Max Depth: 37cm (14.5'')
Max Height: 115cm (45.25'')

Shelf Width: 53.5cm (21'')

Shelf 1 Depth: 21cm (8.25'')
Shelf 2 Depth: 25cm (9.75'')
Shelf 3 Depth: 29cm (11.5'')

Shelf 2 Height: 30cm (11.75'')
Shelf 3 Height: 34cm (13.5'')

Drawer Interior Width: 48.5cm (19'')
Drawer Interior Depth: 29cm (11.5'')
Drawer Interior Height: 4.5cm (1.75'')