Antique Walnut and Ebony Library Bookcase, 1860

Description

A superb quality and exceptional French mid 19th-century solid walnut and ebonised three-door bibliotheque or library bookcase. with a tall … more A superb quality and exceptional French mid 19th-century solid walnut and ebonised three-door bibliotheque or library bookcase. with a tall moulded cornice above three ebonised trim glazed doors enclosing five solid adjustable shelves with black trimmed edges, divided by ebonised curved mouldings. The base features three ebonised trim glazed doors and adjustable solid shelves, standing on a moulded plinth base with ebonised feet. The bookcase also has curved ebonised mouldings to the sides. Great colour and patina. France, circa 1860. Locks are in working order with keys. Fine quality and craftsmanship using pegged construction and an original oak panelled back. less