Lot 98
  • 98

A pair of Regency rosewood marble top bookcases circa 1815

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • rosewood, marble
  • height 36 1/2 in.; width 6 ft. 7 3/4 in.; depth 11 in.
  • 92.7 cm; 202.6 cm; 27.9 cm
Each rectangular white marble top with pierced brass three-quarter gallery above a conforming case divided into two banks of three shelves, raised on mellon-form feet.

Provenance

Apter-Fredericks, London, 2002

Condition

Overall very good condition. One top with an old repaired break, which is not very visible. Minor dents and bending to the brass galleries. Wood is in good condition with a few minor nicks and bruises consistent with age and use. The bookcases are very sturdy.
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