Antique Empire Glass & Mahogany Bookcase with Gilt Bronze Applications. France

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Two-door Empire bookcase in mahogany crotch with gilded bronze inserts, dating back to the early 19th century. The front features … Read more Two-door Empire bookcase in mahogany crotch with gilded bronze inserts, dating back to the early 19th century. The front features two glass doors with three oak shelves adjustable with a ladder system. The two corners are embellished with two large plumed columns topped with a finely chased gilded bronze base and capital. The entablature is embellished with a gilded bronze trim in the center depicting a mythological figure. Condition: Restored by our master craftsmen using the traditional handmade shellac and alcohol method. Origin: France, early 19th century. Dimensions: 155 x 50 x 230 cm. Document: Certificate of Authenticity. See less