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Neoclassical Hand-Painted Library Bookcase and Display Cabinet, English 20th C.

About the Item

Bibliotheque display cabinet hand painted in black with Neoclassical motifs in silver and gold leaf. The breakfront is fitted with glass pane cabinet doors with antique silver leaf trim. The doors open to five rows of interior shelves painted in white. Perfect for showcasing library books or displays of decorative objects. The lower cabinet doors feature stunning artwork depicting a battle of Greek or possibly Roman soldiers in hues of sepia. The lower interior cabinets are fitted with shelves and are hand painted in aqua/seafoam. The cabinet measures 13" Depth along with sides and 16" Depth overall along the center.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 78.5 in (199.39 cm)Width: 64 in (162.56 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition. All doors and cabinets work. Some scuffs along legs of the cabinet and some patina on small areas of silver leaf, only adding to this vintage item's beauty. Some paint spots from previous shelf colors.
  • Seller Location:
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU911033947512
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