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Vintage Rotary Bookcase, English, Rotating Book Shelf, Folio Stand, Art Deco

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This is a vintage rotary bookcase. An English, mahogany and ebonised rotating book shelf or folio stand in Art Deco taste, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Appealing bookcase with wonderful Art Deco touches Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Select stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues Ebonised detail adds a touch of contrast to the ensemble Substantial stand hosts four shelves and a pair of folio sleeves to the sides Rotates smoothly to gain access to generous shelves on either side Smart craftsmanship with decorative arrow brackets affords central room placement Distinctive trestle feet at each corner reassuringly situates the case whilst it rotates This is an attractive vintage rotary bookcase, with fascinating Art Deco taste. Generously equipped to host a small personal library of titles, the stand is well suited to a living room or institution waiting room. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the reader. Dimensions: Max Width: 58.5cm (23'') Max Depth: 48cm (19'') Max Height: 70.5cm (27.75'') Upper Shelf Width: 45cm (17.75'') Upper Shelf Depth: 20cm (7.75'') Upper Shelf Height: 23.5cm (9.25'') Lower Shelf Width: 45cm (17.75'') Lower Shelf Depth: 24cm (9.5'') Lower Shelf Height: 26.5cm (10.5'') Folio Sleeve Width: 30cm (11.75'') Folio Sleeve Depth: 3cm (1.25'') Folio Sleeve Height: 28cm (11'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.76 in (70.5 cm)Width: 23.04 in (58.5 cm)Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.90131stDibs: LU2645334906392
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