{"product_id":"antique-victorian-carved-oak-stained-glass-bookcase-c1890","title":"Antique Victorian Carved Oak Stained Glass Bookcase Cabinet c.1890","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA magnificent \u003cstrong\u003eantique Victorian carved oak bookcase cabinet dating from circa 1890\u003c\/strong\u003e, of substantial architectural proportions and richly decorated throughout with accomplished carving and coloured leaded glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper section is arranged with three tall glazed doors, each incorporating a grid of individually coloured and textured glass panes. The glazing is framed by deeply carved mouldings, while the broad upper frieze is worked with scrolling foliage and classical-inspired ornament, giving the cabinet an imposing architectural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVictorian bookcase cabinet dating from circa 1890\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConstructed in richly toned oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree coloured leaded-glass upper doors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtensive hand-carved foliate and scrolling decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree carved lower cupboard doors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eArtist-themed carved relief panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree useful frieze drawers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGenerous fitted shelving to the upper section\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSubstantial concealed storage below\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImpressive 240 cm overall height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower cabinet is particularly distinctive. Three panelled doors are carved in relief with artistic motifs including a painter’s palette and associated implements, surrounded by finely worked scrolling decoration. Above sit three useful drawers, each enriched with further floral and foliate carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInternally, the upper section provides generous shelving suitable for books, ceramics, glassware or collections, while the lower cupboards offer substantial concealed storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe richly coloured leaded glass creates an especially attractive effect, combining muted shades and textured panes that contrast beautifully with the dark oak cabinetwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed in richly toned oak, the cabinet has developed the depth of colour and character associated with quality late-19th-century furniture. The extensive carved ornament extends across the cornice, door surrounds, uprights, drawer fronts and plinth, giving the piece exceptional decorative continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of \u003cstrong\u003escale, craftsmanship, unusual artistic motifs and coloured leaded glass\u003c\/strong\u003e makes this a particularly striking example of Victorian cabinet furniture and an impressive focal point for a library, dining room, drawing room or substantial period interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Hawkins Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64582828130681,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/6633\/8937\/files\/DSCF8108.jpg?v=1789482855","url":"https:\/\/hawkinsantiques.com\/products\/antique-victorian-carved-oak-stained-glass-bookcase-c1890","provider":"Hawkins Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}