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Unusual Empire Style Bookcase, France, 19th Century

About the Item

Quirky and unusual Empire style breakfront bookcase, the wood painted with a faux bois trompe l'oeil, and decorated with plaster moldings painted gold. Three sections, each containing shelving space, painted blue/grey.

Dimensions:

Height: 72.45 in (184 cm)Width: 18.9 in (48 cm)Depth: 75.99 in (193 cm)

Style:

Empire (In the Style Of)

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Second Half of the 19th Century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor chips and scuffs.

Seller Location:

Isle Sur La Sorgue, FR

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU93772448602

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