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What is a breakfront bookcase?
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A breakfront bookcase is usually a large wooden bookcase that houses either books or dishes. They’re similar in appearance to hutches in that they have glass-fronted shelving on the top and cabinets on the bottom.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890
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