# Monumental Mid-19th Century French Painted and Gilded Bibliothèque / Bookcase

A truly **impressive and monumental French bibliothèque (library cabinet or bookcase)** from the mid-19th century, exquisitely crafted in carved wood with **faux marble paint** and **gilded ornamentation**. The architectural form features **three fluted columns** dividing four shelving sections on each side, with beautifully curved lines and richly detailed carvings.

The upper frieze is adorned with **carved cherubs**, surrounded by scrolling acanthus leaves, garlands, and ribbons — all highlighted in gilt. The columns and frame are **hand-painted in faux marble finish**, skillfully executed in tones of ochre, rose, and gray to simulate veined stone.

Resting on a shaped plinth base with further gilt and carved motifs, this library cabinet is both structurally imposing and artistically refined — a superb example of French craftsmanship blending classical inspiration with 19th-century opulence.

-   **Origin:** France
    
-   **Date:** Mid-19th Century
    
-   **Materials:** Carved wood, faux marble paint, original gilded detail
    
-   **Features:** Three columns; eight shelves (four per side); cherub  carvings, scrolling acanthus leaves, garlands, and ribbon details
    
-   **Dimensions:** Height 130 in. × Width 143.5 in. × Depth 28 in. // Model height on second image is 6' ft for scale reference.

## Details

- **Price:** 86000.0 USD
- **Vendor:** PEGASO GALLERY DESIGN

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 86000.00 USD | In stock |

## Images

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- Monumental Mid-19th Century French Painted and Gilded Bibliothèque / Bookcase
- Monumental Mid-19th Century French Painted and Gilded Bibliothèque / Bookcase
- Monumental Mid-19th Century French Painted and Gilded Bibliothèque / Bookcase
- Monumental Mid-19th Century French Painted and Gilded Bibliothèque / Bookcase
- Monumental Mid-19th Century French Painted and Gilded Bibliothèque / Bookcase
- Monumental Mid-19th Century French Painted and Gilded Bibliothèque / Bookcase
- Monumental Mid-19th Century French Painted and Gilded Bibliothèque / Bookcase
- Monumental Mid-19th Century French Painted and Gilded Bibliothèque / Bookcase

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> Updated: 2026-09-01