Lot 39 , A George III mahogany breakfront bookcase, W.5ft 4in. D.1ft 6in. H.6ft 11in.

A George III mahogany breakfront bookcase, with moulded cornice, three bar glazed door and three panelled doors, on plinth foot, W.5ft 4in. D.1ft 6in. H.6ft 11in.
Estimate £1,500-2,000

This is a handsome bookcase which incorporates period elements but has almost certainly been adapted from section of a larger bookcase. with the cornice mid section and plinth foot being later replacements, some restoration 20 - 30 years ago, colour is a good even rich mahogany tone, cornice is an area that looks to have had work and is almost certainly a later replacement, doors all in good condition, all locks work from the same key, upper sections each have two adjustable shelves, lower section have one shelf for each section, foot showing slight wear and tear commensurate with age.
Width 163cm
Depth 45cm
Height 210cms


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Sold for £1,500