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Antique George III Breakfront Bookcase in Mahogany with Broken Pediment Cornice

About the Item

A wonderful Georgian mahogany breakfront bookcase of small proportions with astragal glazed doors and broken architectural pediment cornice, 18th century. The upper part with original adjustable shelves. The base fitted with some drawers and adjustable shelves behind paneled doors. This is a wonderful bookcase and very rare to find in such small size and excellent proportions. The color and patination are exceptional.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 88.59 in (225 cm)Width: 66.93 in (170 cm)Depth: 23.23 in (59 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1760
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Some restoration to door panel that had a split. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The bookcase is in very good condition with normal wear. Some restoration. Please see images.
  • Seller Location:
    Oxfordshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 235391stDibs: LU975728760582
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