Fine Italian Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut Bookcase, 109"H

Lot description

Unusual Italian Renaissance Revival carved walnut bookcase, 19th c., having ornamented cornice and cherub finials, over egg-and-dart molding, elaborate hinged frieze with scrollwork and winged figures flanking shield, revealing concealed storage compartment, over two glazed doors, revealing adjustable shelving, framed by ornate figural posts in high relief, the apron concealing large drawer, rising on front volute feet with grotesque mask, some small repairs, typical evidence of old woodworm, approx 109"h, 67.5"w, 22.25"d