Antique Morning Room Book Cabinet, English Walnut Mirror Front Bookcase, Regency

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This is an antique morning room book cabinet. An English, walnut and burr walnut mirror front bookcase, dating to the … Read more This is an antique morning room book cabinet. An English, walnut and burr walnut mirror front bookcase, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

Dashing good looks and superb craftsmanship as expected of the Regency
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Select walnut stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues
Burr walnut fascia adds further striking figuring to the delightful cabinetry

A pair of oval glazed doors host superb bevelled mirror plates
With an appealing brilliance, the gently foxed plates offer a fine reflection
Relief carved brackets add visual distinction surrounding each plate
Attractive brass mounts with gilt hues adorn the fascia

Dressed with an ormolu lock escutcheon upon the right hand door — in working order, key present
Left-hand door closes with a pair of internal brass sliding clasps
Pair of removable shelves, the tallest capable of hosting larger volumes at a height of 28.5cm
Standing upon a shaped plinth foot and finished with a fully panelled rear fascia for added appeal

This is a superb antique morning room book cabinet, graced with elegant mirrors for sending light back into the room. A wonderful example of Regency craftsmanship, being ideal for the home library or study. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 121cm (47.75'')
Max Depth: 35cm (13.75'')
Max Height: 107.5cm (42.25'')

Shelf Depth: 22.5cm (8.75'')
Maximum Shelf Height: 28.5cm (11.25'') See less