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Pair of Bookcases (Bibliothèques), Charles Cressent (French, 1685–1768), c. 1720, kingwood and rosewood veneers, gilt metal…
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Case Piece · France

Pair of Bookcases (Bibliothèques)

Charles Cressent (French, 1685–1768) · France · c. 1720

Pairs of bookcases such as these would have likely flanked a large fireplace within the library of a grand house.

— Cleveland Museum of Art, catalogue text
Medium
kingwood and rosewood veneers, gilt metal mounts
Dimensions
Overall: 247.6 x 132.1 x 57.2 cm (97 1/2 x 52 x 22 1/2 in.)
Accession
1958.129
Credit line
John L. Severance Fund
Culture
France, 18th century

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