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An extensive William IV Goncalo Alves breakfront open book case

$18,197.67
£13,200
€15,414.24
CA$25,161.52
A$27,624.21
CHF 14,411.61
MX$334,291.35
NOK 180,627.13
SEK 170,198.24
DKK 115,063.22

About the Item

An extensive William IV Goncalo Alves breakfront open book case, the green marble top set above five open sections, each with two adjustable shelves and divided by pilasters with turned centres and scrolling corbels, the leather dust fringes replaced. English, circa 1835.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41.75 in (106.05 cm)Width: 117.75 in (299.09 cm)Depth: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)
  • Style:
    William IV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1835
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lymington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU973030788422

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