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French Late 19th Century Oak Corner Bookcase

Offered by: Fireside Antiques

Description
Dimensions: 97” H x 154” W x 80 ¾” D

A breathtaking late 19th century Louis XV-style corner bookcase from France once part of a grand library, all hand-crafted in oak offering both open shelving and closed storage. The mammoth installation is actually composed of several sections that will require reassembly. Originally made as a built in unit, you can see notches on each end where the baseboards were cut into the side. More recent back boards enclose the shelves giving them a more finished and custom appearance transforming any library, office, or living room. The long axis (when facing) is divided into five columns of niches at varying widths on the top section, fitted with adjustable shelves on sawtooth brackets. Each shelf is approximately 8 ¼” in depth. Below, a line of sliding cabinet doors glide on recessed tracks, opening to three distinct compartments with a shelf inside measuring approximately 12” deep. A Louis XV influence is evident in the shape of the raised panels on the door fronts that creates a pleasing repetition of sinuous lines. Note the door closest to the corner is only decorative. The shorter axis to the right has two columns of bookshelves on the top section (four shelves each) over three compartments in the lower body. Please view the detailed images to see more.

Depth of base units: 15 ¾”
Measurements along each wall: 154” L x 80 ¾” W

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Carved, Metal, oak, Paneled
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	Late 19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Louis XV
Dealer Reference #:	5094-24
Incollect Reference #:	839715

Dimensions

W.	154 in;	H.	97 in;	D.	80.75 in;
W.	391.16 cm;	H.	246.38 cm;	D.	205.11 cm;

Message from Seller:

Fireside Antiques, founded in 1982 by Cheri McDaniel and Susan Roland, is now owned and operated by the third generation, Laura Roland. For inquiries, contact info@firesideantiques.com or 225.752.9565, and explore our extensive collection either online or at our 18,000 square foot showroom in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.