A pair of Victorian parcel-gilt black japanned bookcases second half 19th century

This is a good solid pair of bookcases which with their estimate represent good value for money. Each is painted differently to the interior, one pale green and one interior dark green. Both are re-decorated with later paint. There is wear to this paint in places. There are old chips, marks and scratches throughout consistent with age and use.
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