Lot 400 , A Victorian oak library bookcase, W.8ft 2in. D.1ft 9in. H.7ft 3.5in.

A Victorian oak library bookcase, W.8ft 2in. D.1ft 9in. H.7ft 3.5in.

A Victorian oak library bookcase, with moulded cornice, four glazed and four panelled doors, on plinth foot, W.8ft 2in. D.1ft 9in. H.7ft 3.5in.
Estimate £500-800

Overall in very good clean condition, colour of the oak is somewhere between golden and ginger, perhaps one might call it a 'gingerbread' colour, a separation in the joints of the cornice at the top right corner, glass looks to be original as do the shelves which have pegged adjustments holes, comes with two keys and working locks, other than a few scattered dents and knocks commensurate with age this is in very good condition.


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Sold for £1,100