Empire Bookcase

Brass and Inlay Details

In addition to the brass, this design features veneers of Quarter sawn Anigre, Cherry, Maple, Mahogany, and Red Oak. The frame is constructed of ebonized Walnut and Poplar  with a shellac finish that yields a  compliment to the brass, lighter veneers, and inlays.

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The  top is dominated by a "Mansard Roof" in Bird's Eye Maple and Ebonised Poplar. The Empire styling features a good deal of brass work.

The side columns feature a 5/8" diamter  rod  separating a  The base and top , each of which feature a 1/2" platform and  four  1/2" diamter balls .  A Brass turned finial caps the design

Hand turned hardware for the doors and drawer.

  A theme of diamonds and turnings starts with the center top Pediment.

At the base- A medallion of  Balls and Diamonds

Empire Bookcase

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