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A Very Rare and Fine 19th Century Pair of Mahogany Bookcases or Display Cases

$19,809.14per set
£14,504.23per set
€16,500per set
CA$26,897.83per set
A$30,152.26per set
CHF 15,723.72per set
MX$369,593.09per set
NOK 199,245.93per set
SEK 189,429.37per set
DKK 125,573.60per set
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A very rare and fine unusual 19th Century pair of finely figured mahogany bookcases or display cases of exceptional quality, finely hand carved with gorgeously rich patination, grain and with intricately carved scrolls, trailing foliate, flowerheads, lozenge and beaded motif detail throughout. The waisted, moulded upper section with three serpentine shelves is surmounted with a fabulous arrangement of a flowerhead flanked with cabochons and c-scrolls. The lower section with moulded serpentine top of rectangular form and beautiful flowerhead detail to the outer border trim, is raised over shaped frieze, supported on elegant tapering and fluted cabriole leg with a stunning arrangment of trailing acanthus leaf and scroll detail on knee, terminating on whorl foot. Mahogany Type: ‘Santos Mahogany’
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 71.25 in (180.98 cm)Width: 38.5 in (97.79 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A31151stDibs: LU5836237152992

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