Lot 297
  • 297

A pair of Regency revival gilt brass mounted mahogany and parcel-gilt open bookcases

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • pine
  • 87cm. high, 106cm. wide, 36cm. deep; 2ft. 10¼in., 3ft. 5¾in., 1ft. 2¼in.
the frieze with a marble tablet flanked by faux marble pilasters surmounted by lion masks

Condition

In overall good condition and ready to place. The parcel gilt Greek key decoration to the top has losses ad been rubbed to a dull colour in areas. With some minor old marks and scratches commensurate with age and use.
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