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19th Century French Kingwood and Ormolu Revolving Bookcase
About the Item
A French revolving library bookcase
Constructed in kingwood, amaranth and goncalo alves, and dressed with high quality gilt bronze work; rising from quadripartite swept and hipped legs dressed with foliate sabots and castors; the two lower shelves have bronze trellis dividers, and over, swept gilt bronze spandrels support the quarter veneered platform.
- Dimensions:Height: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
- Style:Louis XV (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1890
- Condition:Repaired: Each item has undergone careful inspection and restoration by a conservation specialist in order to guarantee the original quality and integrity of the object. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
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