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Grand Scale Mahogany Custom Bookcase with Leaded Glass Sliding Doors

$3,450
£2,607.05
€3,010.50
CA$4,820.85
A$5,349.14
CHF 2,802
MX$65,594.86
NOK 35,640.43
SEK 33,643.05
DKK 22,451.22
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About the Item

A fine large two-door bookcase with sliding leaded glass doors and adjustable shelves, originally a built-in floor to ceiling piece, with a cut-in on the left side, built around heating pipes in the building. The top would have had molding that was integrated into the crown molding of the room. The bookcase dates to 1880-1920 and is in very good overall condition, with one small glass crack in the center panel of the right door, some losses to the top of the right side, other imperfections and expected wear from age and use. The back panels have been restored. Dimensions: 96.5 in H x 80 in W x 17 in D. Great addition to any library or study! Ref:54356
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 96.5 in (245.11 cm)Width: 80 in (203.2 cm)Depth: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890-1920
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Top board probably added as this was originally a built in. Replacements made: The back panels may have been replaced or added at some point. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Very good condition, with one small glass crack in the center of the right door, some losses on the top of the right side, other imperfections and expected wear from age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milford, NH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 75851stDibs: LU933920519792

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