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RARE WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 HARDWOOD LIBRARY FOLIO CABiNET WITH DRAWERS BOOKCASE

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Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime highly collectable, fully restored, solid hardwood William IV Library Folio cabinet with drawers and bookcase sections, finished with the original leather top circa 1830. Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price. What a find! This is an original Library Folio cabinet dating back over 190 years. It is one of the nicest pieces I have ever seen. The main body has a pair of removal shelves to use as a library bookcase or for "folios", either end has matching collectors cupboards with banks of drawers. The top is as mentioned the original leather hide. This piece has been fully restored, any timber issues have been address, its been lightly washed back and French polished from the ground up. Dimensions Height:- 72cm Width:- 74.5cm Depth:- 54cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask. Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid. Condition Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.35 in (72 cm)Width: 29.34 in (74.5 cm)Depth: 21.26 in (54 cm)
  • Style:
    William IV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823320789042
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