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Antique George III Period Mahogany Display Bookcase

About the Item

A fine quality George III period mahogany & fiddle back mahogany Display Bookcase of attractive small proportions, having breakfront top section above bow fronted base with plain figured panelled cupboard doors below, supported on short turned feet. For further information, this bokcase was owned by Randolph Antiques of Hadleigh, Suffolk. It was exhibited by them at The Somerset House Art Treasures Exhibition which took place at Somerset House, London, in November 1979.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 77 in (195.58 cm)Width: 52.5 in (133.35 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Style:
    Sheraton (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 66281stDibs: LU1013434822122
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