Bidspirit auction | Victorian Eastlake Carved Walnut and

Victorian Eastlake Carved Walnut and Burl Walnut Two Door Bookcase - FOR PICK UP OR TRANSPORT ONLY, ITEM WILL NOT SHIP! A Victorian Eastlake style library bookcase constructed of walnut with decorative burl walnut veneers. The two-part construction features an upper cabinet with two large doors, each containing a single pane of clear glass. The interior is fitted with four adjustable shelves supported by a wooden sawtooth adjustment system. The stiles are ornamented with carved floral rosettes and recessed vertical panels of burl walnut. The frieze below the overhanging cornice also features a wide horizontal band of burl walnut veneer. The unit is crowned with a carved pediment featuring a central floral medallion, scrolling fretwork, and crenelated molding. The projecting base section contains two drawers, each decorated with burl walnut panels and fitted with brass bail handles and aesthetic-style backplates. The piece is currently mounted on four small metal casters. The reverse consists of vertical solid wood planks. The cabinet is accompanied by an ornate brass barrel key that operates the door lock. Height: 85 inches Width: 54 inches Depth: 21.5 inches.