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Antique Victorian Art Nouveau Carved Oak Secretary Bookcase Bibliotheque 1890

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A fine & large antique Art Nouveau carved oak combination bookcase secretary/desk, 1890. The two part bookcase secretary with a stepped crown to the top section with three glazed doors below, enclosing six adjustable shelves to receive even very large format books. The base with a locking fall front desk having a gilt leather writing surface with 18 pigeon holes and various storage files for correspondence and a pen tray, the desk also with two drawers with recessed brass handles, the fall front is flanked by twin cupboard doors each enclosing a single shelf. Below are two drawers and three cupboard doors enclosing shelves, condition is very good, this very elegant antique combination bookcase secretary is ready to grace your space. When the desk is open the depth is 27".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 96.25 in (244.48 cm)Width: 68 in (172.72 cm)Depth: 18.25 in (46.36 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Portland, OR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BB-103371stDibs: LU4876144932212

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