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Bookcase

1950's (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

The bookcase consists of a cupboard at bottom with one shelf and two doors; above this there is a shelved section with two sliding glazed doors


Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Bookcase
  • Shelf
Materials and techniques
Pine with oak veneers, mahogany and pine facing, hardboard, beech and glass
Brief description
Pine, oak and mahogany bookcase; English, 1950's; Utility. Designed by Christopher Heal for Maples
Physical description
The bookcase consists of a cupboard at bottom with one shelf and two doors; above this there is a shelved section with two sliding glazed doors
Style
Object history
Produced for Maples
Collection
Accession number
W.57:1-1980

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Record createdDecember 7, 2006
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