Lot 23W
A black and gilt Japanned breakfront bookcase
25 June 2010, 10:30 AEST
SydneySold for AU$19,200 inc. premium
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Find your local specialistA black and gilt Japanned breakfront bookcase
the shaped arched pediment above four lozenge astragal glazed doors enclosing velvet lined adjustable shelves above cupboard doors on a plinth base, decorated with flowers and Chinoiserie scenes, 19th century and later, 258cm wide, 42cm deep, 264cm high (101.5in wide, 16.5in deep, 103.5in high).
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Provenance: Acquired by the current owner from John Hobbs, 107A Pimlico Road, London