Unusually Low English Late Victorian Solid Oak Open Bookcase

K0669 A highly desirable late Victorian solid oak open bookcase of unusually low proportions, expertly crafted in England during the late 19th century. Retaining its original French polish and patina this dwarf-proportion bookcase features a solid oak top with a refined moulded edge sitting above a shallow frieze. The open fronted interior houses two height adjustable shelves, each finished with a fluted oak edge, all flanked by a pair of fluted uprights adorned with intricately rosette carved decoration, with the entire structure raised on a deep, robust plinth base with a matching moulded edge. With its rare, low-profile silhouette, this versatile piece is ideally suited for placement beneath a low window, behind a sofa, or within a hallway or study. This antique bookcase has been symphatietically restored, it rretains its original finish which has been cleaned, revived and waxed, original mellow colour and soft patina. All in home ready condition. c1890 H36 3/4" W48" D10 3/4" D8.5"-shelves H3ft 1" W4ft D10 3/4" H93.5cm W122cm D27cm D21cm-shelves