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EARLY VICTORIAN GOTHiC REVIVAL ASTRAL GLAZED LIBRARY BOOKCASE WITH STEEPLE GLASS

$4,036.93
£2,950
€3,472.50
CA$5,539.83
A$6,203.13
CHF 3,236.48
MX$75,580.53
NOK 41,068.64
SEK 39,045.34
DKK 25,919.93
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Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique early Victorian circa 1840 Mahogany Astral Glazed Gothic Revival library bookcase with steeple doors Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price. A very good looking and well-made bookcase, it has the look and feel of an 18th century piece however its early to mid 19th century circa 1840. It is made in the Gothic Revival taste, the Astral Glazed doors are arranged in a steeple top fashion which gives them a grand and elegant appeal The glass panels all appear to be the original water glass which is wonderful as it has the rippled affect we all know and love. We have cleaned waxed and polished it from top to bottom, the locks have been removed, there will be normal age and use related patina marks here and there. Dimensions Height:- 188cm Width:- 96cm Depth:- 43.5cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask. Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid. Condition Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 74.02 in (188 cm)Width: 37.8 in (96 cm)Depth: 17.13 in (43.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Gothic Revival (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Sussex, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823337140242

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