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Fine and Impressive Late 18th Century Neoclassical Mahogany Library Bookcase

About the Item

Mahogany, solid and veneered on oak. Openwork gallery above two doors with wire-mesh panelling, the inside with an arrangement of adjustable shelves, retaining two gilt brass escutcheon plates of fine quality. The cornice and apron with very attractive carving. Provenance: Formerly in the collection of the Museum Van Loon, Keizersgracht, Amsterdam. Willem van Loon was one of the co-founders of the V.O.C., the Dutch East-India Company in the year 1602. They were involved in commerce and city governance, like other leading families in the Golden Age. His grandson was the first Van Loon to become mayor of Amsterdam and in the 19th century the Van Loons were raised to the peerage. Decoration (books & shells) are not included.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 116.15 in (295 cm)Width: 82.68 in (210 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass
  • Place of Origin:
    Netherlands
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1775-1790
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Worpswede / Bremen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 17941stDibs: LU98141031864

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