Description: ANTIQUE VICTORIAN OAK DOUBLE DOOR BOOKCASE / CHINA CABINET WITH SHELL CARVED CORNERSWith our absolute highest compliments Bay Colony Antiques takes the utmost pleasure in offering this wonderful antique bookcase. We had the good fortune of acquiring this bookcase from a collector who used it for many years to house a large assortment of books in their library. This bookcase was produced at the height of the Victorian era towards the end of the 19th century. It is constructed from a premium grade of white oak which has developed a rich color and patina throughout many years. We do note some distress and wear to the finish along the left facing side that has no bearing at all on the value. The bookcase features a double door configuration with two molded doors surrounded by beadwork molding and intricate carvings along the perimeter of all three of the frontward facing sides. Additionally, two wonderful shell carved designs are carved into the corners of the bookcase. Oak is widely considered one of the hardest woods to carve into which in part is what makes this bookcase so special and unique. The center storage cavity is partitioned allowing for easier access to a large assortment of books. The bookcase opens to reveal eight adjustable half shelves which can be raised or lowered due to the vertical system holes which span the interior. The shelves have 21 different height adjustments and each shelf has useable dimensions of 21 3/4” wide x 11 1/2” deep. This example would also serve as an excellent showcase or storage cabinet as so many collectors often decide to use them for. The bookcase features two wonderful Victorian brass door handles and glass doors which display wonderful signs of age. The bookcase measures 46” wide x 13 3/8” deep x 62 1/4” tall. WELCOMEWe are a wholly owned family business in our third decade of continuous operation. We have a large inventory of fine antiques ranging from Early American, Federal, Chippendale, Empire, Centennial, Victorian, 20th Century custom mahogany, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern antique furniture along with decorative arts from across the globe. All the items we offer to the general public are high quality estate pieces. We do not offer goods with significant flaws or defects. We completely avoid items with issues. You can expect the items we sell to have reasonable wear and tear. Due to the large volume of goods we deal in we cannot describe items in minutia. We do our best to give you an accurate condition report in our description of the items. We have expert woodworkers and re-finishers on staff to service any piece of furniture we offer. We represent all merchandise in absolute good faith and to the very best of our ability. Please ask all questions, including, but not limited to, shipping costs prior to purchase. All items are sold as is and from their location. 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Price: 2175 USD
Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
End Time: 2024-11-17T01:32:48.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Antique: Yes
Handle Finish: Antique Brass
Item Width (Interior): 21.75 in
Door Style: Glass
Item Length (Interior): 11.5 in
Item Length: 13.375 in
Number of Shelves: 8
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 62.25 in
Style: Victorian
Number of Doors: 2
Features: Adjustable Shelves, Carvings, Glass Fronted, Handles, With Doors
Handle Type: Pull/Handle
Finish: Oak
Item Width: 46 in
Handmade: Yes
Color: Brown
Material: Oak
Set Includes: Doors, Shelves, Original glass doors
Item Depth: 13.375 in
Brand: Antique
Mounting: Free Standing
Type: Display Cabinet
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Handle Material: Brass