AMER WINTER 2016
The live portion of this session begins on Wednesday, February 3, 2016.
SUPERB RENAISSANCE REVIVAL WALNUT BREAK FRONT BOOK CASE.3rd quarter 19th century. New England. In 3 parts, the central shell carved crest with pendant cluster of fruit flanked by foliate scrolled secondary crests, further flanked by ball and spire finials. All above molded cornice. Bookcase divided into 3 sections, each with molded arched doors opening to interiors fitted with adjustable shelving, all set within a conforming base fitted with 3 aligned molded drawers with carved walnut handles on conforming molded plinth. Outside of cabinet with canted corners mounted with carved corbels. SIZE: 8'' 7" h x 6'' 6" l x 1'' 10" d. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques, Massachusetts. To present owner of private Bangor, Maine collection. CONDITION: Original surfaces professionally cleaned and re-polished, with all original elements. Very good overall. 49710-1 HMG (2,000-3,000)