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FS11: Two Day Fine Art Sale

Victorian Walnut Library Bookcase

Auction Lot FS11/709

An imposing Victorian burr walnut veneered library bookcase. A gift from HM Queen Mary to the Officers Association.

Victorian Walnut Library Bookcase (FS11/709) offered in our Two Day Fine Art Sale starting on 13th July 2011 at our salerooms in Exeter, Devon.

Lot Description

An imposing Victorian burr walnut veneered library bookcase. A gift from HM Queen Mary to the Officers Association.

Price Realised

£5,700

VAT

VAT on Buyer's Premium

Department

Fine Art Category

Victorian Furniture

Sale Information

FS11: Two Day Fine Art Sale
Wednesday, 13th July 2011
Okehampton Street, Exeter

Contact

For more information about this particular auction lot, please contact:-

Christopher Hampton

Christopher Hampton

Important Notes

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