Description

C19th Empire-style mahogany floor-standing glazed bookcase cabinet .
Single door cabinet with simple bar glazing , enclosing an interior with 4 adjustable shelves . The sides with bold flame-veneered Empire-style columns capped with carved Egyptian-style 'lotus' capitals and terminals . Standing on a plinth base , the flat top of the cabinet veneered and polished.
Fitted with a stamped English brass lock "VR" (Victoria Regina) and with original key .
Original glass to door .
Panelled back .
Excellent condition , rich patina and colour to the well-chosen figured veneers.
A stylish floor-standing bookcase of good proportions and scale .
H 66"
W 39"
D 20"
Depth of shelves interior 12"
England c. 1840
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 1610