19th century English faux book box table
An honest leather four volume faux book box on painted pine stand with turned legs. Interior of the box lined with Italian marbleized paper and having a small, lidded compartment within. Made in England around the early to mid-19th century. This item shows lots of signs of age and use as reflected in the photos provided.
Size in inches: H 19” x W 18” x D ”14
Date: 1830 to 1850
Origin: England
Condition: Worn
Note: Book Props are not part of this sale and only used for photographic purposes.
Completely solid in structure, aged surface as shown with a deep natural patina. Worn surface across most of the leather material with some detail missing at the front. The pine wood is missing sections to the front, edges and back. This item is very sturdy and secure, A rare survivor that has stood the test of time, please review all the photos carefully as this item is over 150 years old and so the condition is reflected. The House of Antiques...
Category
British Early Victorian Antique 1850s Bookcases