17th Century Bookcases

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design darkwood bookcase designed by Poul Hundevad and produced by Hundevad Møbelfabrik in the 1960s, variable ...

Antique William and Mary outstanding quality burr walnut inlaid marquetry double dome bureau bookcase having an outstanding quality double dome shaped top with a moulded cornice abov...

We present this majestic antique bookcase dating back to the Baroque period of the late 17th century. The bookcase is made of walnut wood and consists of three modules. It is an open...

A rare William & Mary-period walnut double-dome bureau bookcase / cabinet. Circa 1685. Of compact size and proportions. In excellent overall condition with old, waxed, well-patinated surfaces of very good color. This bureau bookcase, or cabinet, divides into three separate sections (which helps date it to the last quarter of the 17th century). The bold double-dome pediment and cross-grain mouldings are typical of this period, and are repeated in the side returns. The book-matched, hand-cut veneers are well figured throughout, and are contained within herringbone lines. The bookcase section has candle slides, contains shelves and fitted drawers. Gilded finials are later. The centre section with a quarter-veneered fall reveals a fitted interior, concealed well and a secret compartment. The writing section is raised on a three-drawer base with an unusual and boldly-arcaded apron, in turn raised on its apparently original walnut bun feet. The drawer dividers are faced with cross-grain walnut ‘D’ mouldings. The brass engraved mounts are correct for period but not original, however the locks and hinges are. It is unusual to encounter these early bookcases / cabinets constructed in three stages; an indication of a transition taking place from the 17th century into the 18th century. This is a fine, rare and sophisticated piece of late-17th century walnut furniture...

This antique scroll shelf from Shanxi, China, dates back to the early Qing dynasty period around the 1680's. Crafted from elmwood, a durable material known for its resistance to spli...

Beautiful pair of 19th century Biedermeier walnut and ebonized vitrine or bookcase cabinets.

A rare 17th-century bookshelf from Finland, featuring eight shelves and intricate hand-carved detailing along the crown. Its original blue and brown patina lends a richly layered cha...

This interesting oak cabinet of germanic workmanship is a wedding furniture. The cabinet rests on a molded base, opens with two doors located on e...

A rare and unusual set of three Italian walnut bookcases from the late 17th century with extraordinary provenance. The set is comprised of a si...