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19th Century Regency Rosewood Open Bookcase

$8,088.39
£5,850
€6,898.31
CA$11,197.10
A$12,140.93
CHF 6,443.05
MX$149,531.03
NOK 79,857.55
SEK 75,367.16
DKK 51,490.66

About the Item

A Very Good Quality Early 19th Century Regency Period Rosewood Dwarf Open Bookcase, Having Well Figured Rectangular Top, Over Attractive Freize With Brass Mounted Decoration And Two Adjustable Shelves, Flanked By Elegant Stiles With Ebonised Panel Decoration, Raised On Attractive Original Tapering Turned Feet.  A lovely open bookcase which dates to the early 19th century regency period and is very elegant, whilst also being being very good quality and very functional. This design is always popular due to the combination of elegance, design and practicality. The size is good, a little larger than often found, whilst at the same time being not being overpoweringly huge which means it can have presence in a room without dominating. Overall the quality of the timbers used and construction is excellent and it boasts well figured timbers alongside some attractive decoration. There is a huge variation in the overall quality and look of open bookcases which were made in the 19th century and this is certainly at the higher end of the quality bracket. Perfect for a downstairs hallway, office, study, dining room, living room, bedroom or even on a landing, it can be used for it’s original purpose of the storage of books, or even for displaying items which one would like on view around the house. As with all items which we offer for sale it has been attended to in our workshops by our well trained, traditional specialist antique furniture restorers, where it has received a natural wax polish ensuring that it is ready for immediate placement in the home or office. Circa 1815. Height 36in. Width 37.5in. Depth 13in. SHIPPING THIS TYPE OF ROSEWOOD IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION. Please be aware that we the sellers of this item can confirm that due to the volume & type of wood species contained within, no restricted species CITES licence is required to ship this item cross border. Please ignore any automated warnings regarding potential shipping delays for this piece which the 1st dibs automated system displays on your screen whilst browsing, or trying to checkout. The original shipping and handling time stated is correct and the item does not require any form of permit or licence for shipment. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the above then please don’t hesitate to get in touch and we will be happy to confirm for you in greater detail.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Regency (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1815
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bedfordshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 96921stDibs: LU955846609012

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