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Antique English solid oak glass door bookcase cabinet featuring two glazed cabinet doors, six-light windowpane muntins, traditional pegged construction, a …
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Antique English solid oak glass door bookcase cabinet featuring two glazed cabinet doors, six-light windowpane muntins, traditional pegged construction, a substantial molded cornice, and a beautifully shaped scalloped apron. Richly grained oak, hand craftsmanship, and classic English Country styling make this versatile piece ideal as a display cabinet, bookcase, china cabinet, library cabinet, or bar cabinet.
Dating to the late 19th century, this English cabinet showcases quality hand craftsmanship with visible pegged joinery, solid oak construction, and restrained architectural detailing. The projecting molded cornice gives the piece a strong architectural presence, while the pair of divided-light glass doors provide an elegant way to display books, ceramics, silver, collectibles, or decorative objects while protecting them from dust. Decorative cast metal pulls complement the cabinet's rich patina and authentic antique character.
The spacious interior offers generous room for displaying larger decorative objects, stacked books, serving pieces, or collections and could easily accommodate custom shelving if desired (note the piece is being sold without an interior shelf). One of the cabinet's most distinctive features is its scalloped lower apron resting on shaped bracket feet, a hallmark of English country furniture that lends subtle Gothic Revival influence without overwhelming the clean lines of the case. The oak has developed a deep, warm brown patina over more than a century, beautifully highlighting the natural grain throughout.
Equally at home in a living room, dining room, study, library, office, or entryway, this handsome English antique complements English Country, Traditional, Cottage, European, Colonial Revival, Rustic, and Arts & Crafts-inspired interiors.
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- Dimensions
- 62ʺW × 21.5ʺD × 52.25ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Oak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with over a century of use. Expected surface wear, minor finish variation, old … moreGood antique condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with over a century of use. Expected surface wear, minor finish variation, old woodworm holes, and small imperfections contribute to the cabinet's authentic antique character. Glass appears original or period-appropriate. Note the piece is sold without an interior shelf. Sold as is, as pictured. less
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