Pair of French Napoleon III or Second Empire Bookcases in Mahogany, circa 1870

From the French court of Napoleon III, a very fine pair of Second Empire bookcases or display cabinets in mahogany with turned & reeded columns flanking a single cabinet door paneled in beveled glass. Inlays of brass enhance the piece throughout. Offers adjustable shelving, one exterior drawer on the bottom, and working locks & keys. France, circa 1870
Our French polish & restoration is of museum quality. This exquisite pair has been repolished & is in excellent to good condition.
48” wide x 25.5” deep x 87.5” high

Details
PRODUCTION TIME
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OF THE PERIOD
Napoleon III
PLACE OF ORIGIN
France
DATE OF MANUFACTURE
circa 1870
PERIOD
Late 19th Century
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES
Carved Brass, Beveled Glass, Polished Mahogany, Turned
CONDITION
Good
CONDITION DETAILS
Beautifully restored and French polished. Missing 1 piece of brass work lower left front molding of 1 cabinet. All other brass original. Original glass and working locks with keys. 2 original shelves, 3 adjustable shelves per unit + bottom and drawer
WEAR
Wear consistent with age and use.
DIMENSIONS
H 87.5 in. x W 48 in. x D 25.5 in.
H 222.25 cm x W 121.92 cm x D 64.77 cm