Antique Burr Walnut Freestanding Library Bookcase After Gillows Early 19th C

This is a beautiful antique French Charles X burr maple bookcase with fabulous ormolu mounts, circa 1820 in date. It has been crafted from the finest burr maple and is decorated with finely cast ormolu mounts typical of the Empire style. It features a pair of astragal glazed doors enclosing two adjustable shelves, above a further pair of panelled doors enclosing an adjustable shelf, flanked by maple columns with finely detailed ormolu Corinthian Capitals. The cabinet is raised on decorative shaped block feet. This opulent bookcase will be the focal point of any room and will blend very well with contemporary interiors. Complete with the original working locks and keys. Condition: In excellent condition having been cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 184 x width 130 x depth 54 Dimensions in inches: Height 72.4 x width 51.2 x depth 21.3 Charles X Charles Philippe; 9 October 1757 – 6 November 1836, was known for most of his life as the Count of Artois before he reigned as King of France from 16 September 1824 until 2 August 1830. An uncle of the uncrowned King Louis XVII, and younger brother to reigning Kings Louis XVI and Louis XVIII, he supported the latter in exile and eventually succeeded him. His rule of almost six years ended in the July Revolution of 1830, which resulted in his abdication and the election of Louis Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as King of the French. Exiled once again, Charles died...

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