DETAILS
A striking pair of antique bookcases or display cabinets constructed with open shelves backed with old linen fabric. The middle shelf is fixed and the others are adjustable. The base features two cupboard doors flanked by figural atlantes columns and topped by a carved frieze.
STYLE
Renaissance Revival
PLACE OF ORIGIN
Italy | Europe
DATE
19th century
DIMENSIONS
Width 52 Depth 23 Height 98 inches
Upper cabinet shelves: Depth 14 inches
Base cabinet shelf: Depth 18.75 inches
CONDITION
Note: (1) base cabinet missing shelf. Some restoration. Would benefit from polishing and waxing. Some shelves bowing. (1) drawer needs reinforcing. The loose door has been re-attached but would require further restoration to close flush to the base. Original fabric is worn and could be replaced if desired. (1) cornice corber chipped but the piece is present.
CONDITION