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Pair of Antique Pepys Bookcases Matching Pair Oak Mid Twentieth Century

$20,672.28List Priceper set

About the Item

Pair of antique Pepys bookcases matching pair oak mid twentieth century A magnificent pair of tall and imposing 18th century Pepys style solid English oak library bookcases dating to mid twentieth century England, the upper section with moulded cornice above two glazed panelled doors with internal three shelves, the lower section with two glass panelled doors enclosing a single shelf, with three, all raised on six bun feet, these bookcases are of the highest quality and have a wonderful oak patina, reserve now. Background: The Pepys Bookcase: In 1666 the famous diarist Samuel Pepys was given to lament the fact that his books were "growing numerous and lying one upon another on my chairs". Simpson the Joiner was commissioned to solve the problem and he produced 12 free standing bookcases of solid oak. Prior to this, freestanding bookcases, called presses, were not in use and books were normally stored in fitted cupboards with shelving. Simpson's oak bookcases, which now stand in Magdalene College, Cambridge, are remarkable in being immediately recognisable to us today - in many ways the bookcases produced in late 17th century England have changed little in form to the present day. The twelve bookcases were made of oak, had low glazed bases with carved mouldings, and glass doors subdivided by heavy glazing bars. Summary: Antique style Pepys style 18th century style Solid oak Pair Bookcases Two sections Working keys Practical Beautiful Condition report: The bookcases are offered in superb condition with no faults at all, the doors open and close smoothly with no warping to the doors, there are no signs of past or present woodworm, there are no odours or smells, wonderful patina, bookcases comes in two sections. Dimensions overall: Width 54” / 137cm Depth 17” / 44cm Height 84” / 214cm Dimensions top: Width 54” / 137cm Depth 12.5” / 32cm Height 53” / 137cm Dimensions bottom: Width 54” / 137cm Depth 17” / 44cm Height 31” / 79cm.

Dimensions:
Height: 84 in (213.36 cm)Width: 54 in (137.16 cm)Depth: 17 in (43.18 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Victorian (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Oak
Place of Origin:
United Kingdom
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1960
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Longdon, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1832323466372

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