An attractive and useful piece of furniture, this turn of the 20th century oak bookcase has an adjustable shelf and a small cupboard, with a lovely colour and grain to the wood.
– Fully adjustable shelf on saw tooth rests.
– Small central cupboard.
– Beautiful carving on door, with classical urn containing flowers and two mythical beasts similar to griffins.
– Reeded side columns, with turned feet.
– Shaped gallery back with turned finials either side.
– Shaped apron at the base.
– Planked back.
– Deep colour and a beautiful grain to the top and sides.
This is a lovely piece of furniture which will look great in any room, providing plenty of space for books, a useful display surface on the top and a small cupboard for storage.
In good condition showing wear consistent with age and use. No key is available for the cupboard door, but the lock is present and the door fits tightly enough not to fall open when closed.
Date: Circa 1900
Material: Oak
Origin: UK
Height – 144 cm
Width – 117 cm
Depth – 35 cm
Newark Antiques & Interiors, Kelham Rd, Newark NG24 1BX.
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