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This elegant French bookcase dates to the Louis Philippe period, a time in the 1840s when design turned toward comfort, …
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This elegant French bookcase dates to the Louis Philippe period, a time in the 1840s when design turned toward comfort, balance, and livable beauty. Under the reign of King Louis Philippe, furniture moved away from courtly excess and embraced a quieter refinement—pieces meant for real homes, filled with books, conversation, and family life.
Crafted in beautiful quartered oak, the cabinet reveals a remarkable, almost stone-like grain with wonderful depth and movement. The natural patina speaks to its age and authenticity, while the clean lines and gently rounded moldings reflect the honest, enduring spirit of the period.
Original diamond-shaped escutcheons and wooden pulls remain intact, preserving the integrity of the piece. Both upper glazed doors and lower cabinet doors provide generous storage and display, making it as functional today as it was nearly two centuries ago.
A timeless and romantic example of French provincial craftsmanship—rooted in history, yet perfectly suited for modern living.
Circa 1840s
Measures 89H x 62W x 22D
Available for pickup in the Dallas Design District, Dallas, Texas
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- Dimensions
- 62ʺW × 22ʺD × 89ʺH
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Oak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Sand
- Condition Notes
- Painstakingly stripped using our proprietary process that retains the patina and sheer natural beauty of the old wood, all performed … morePainstakingly stripped using our proprietary process that retains the patina and sheer natural beauty of the old wood, all performed by our expert in-house staff. less
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