Lot of 18 Antique French Methodical Encyclopedias

This set of four antique wardrobe doors, reclaimed from a country manor in France, exudes timeless character. Each door showcases a 2-panel design with raised panels framed by grooved and beveled trim, emphasizing traditional craftsmanship. The weathered blue-gray paint has worn gracefully over time, revealing a rich patina that adds depth and charm to the wood. Originally used to enclose built-in cupboards, these doors are a wonderful way to introduce a sense of history and authenticity into a modern home. Perfect for creative reuse, they offer both practicality and a glimpse into the past. Salvaged from a country home in France, 18th century. The exterior of the doors features time-worn blue-gray paint with areas of natural wood beneath, while the opposite sides are natural wood with one door bearing the original blue-gray paint. The doors would be best installed to enclose a built-in cupboard or work well with sliding barn door hardware...

A pair of 19th-century antique French wardrobe doors. Handcrafted from solid wood, the doors feature three panels with grooved beveled trim painted in a two-tone color scheme of pale shades of blue. The doors would be best installed as intended, enclosing a built-in wardrobe or cupboard. Additionally, they would work well with sliding barn door hardware...

The Concise Encyclopedia of American Antiques. New York: Hawthorn Books, Inc., 1958. First edition, fifth printing, hardcover with dust jacket. 848 pp....

The Bulfinch Illustrated Encyclopedia of Antiques Book by Paul Atterbury. Featuring more than one thousand color pictures, a comprehensive guide covers six categories of antiques (furniture, silver, ceramics, glass, timepieces, and Oriental wares), tracing their artistic styles and the contributions of individual craftsmen. Large antiques reference book is jam-packed with descriptions and values of antiques, including pottery and porcelain, glass, silver, furniture, clocks and watches and Oriental wares. Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bulfinch Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 332 pages. The Bulfinch Illustrated Encyclopedia of Antiques is an exhaustive resource for those wishing to understand the distinctions of fine antique furniture and accessories. Laid out in a clear, easy-to-use format with color photographs, the book blends the right amount of history, description and crafting techniques for pottery and porcelain, glass, silver, furniture, clocks, and oriental wares. It also goes into welcome detail of style and manufacturer distinctions, including illustrations of table legs, drawer handles, silverware hallmarks, and porcelain marks. Though the book lacks coverage for lower-end collectibles, it includes a useful glossary and informative timelines for novices. The occasional auction house shopper who needs to be able to determine the difference between a late Georgian side table and a George III satinwood card table...