Bookcase Antique Brittany French Carved Country People Figures Glass 2-Door 1890

Whether you use this wonderful antique Brittany bookcase for its original purpose or repurpose it as a display cabinet, this lovely antique French piece will be a treasure in your home. The heavily carved bookcase dates to around the year 1890 and it was crafted in France in the traditional Brittany style. The 2-door bookcase is made in chestnut wood. The eye is first drawn to the large ship wheel carving crowning the bookcase, which pays tribute to the maritime history of the Brittany region in France. The wheel design is simple but bold, and it almost makes an architectural statement. It is framed by a gallery of carved spindles and noble finials. The next highlights of this exceptional 2-door bookcase are the two carvings of a man and woman, one on the lower part of each door, showing good French country folk going about their rural work in a rustic landscape. The two glass doors allow you to see the books inside, and the bookcase provides plenty of storage. A lower drawer also adds to your storage options. Picture this antique Brittany bookcase bringing lots of French character into your home, whether you place it in the library, home office, living room or hallway. Condition: Shows normal wear due to age and use. Wood separation on both sides. Dimple and slight scratches on original glass.