Lot 20

Late William IV Gilt-Metal-Mounted and Painted Neo-Gothic Bookcase

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

In four parts; of break-front outline, the upper section with an open central section flanked by a pair of bookcases with gilt-metal doors, all enclosing shelves, above the lower section with cupboard doors enclosing shelves and raised on a plinth base with bun feet.

10 ft. 4 in. x 7 ft. 5 in. x 16 1/2 in.

Condition

Wear is consistent with age and use. Old age splits on the back panels, numerous chips to the layers of painted surface. Wear to the applied stars on the interior central section. Painted surface refreshed throughout, with undercoat of blue paint. Very minor seam separations. Doors work well, wear to the gilt-metal grilles. Structurally sound. Charming model and grand in scale. Impressive in person.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.