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The philosophy we both share is 'Things of quality have no fear of time'. Antiques which have withstood the test of time relate to a quality found in craftsmanship most often lost in today's modern age. This doesn't simply mean we stick with the old but the ethos of what we stand for is that even antiques for the future should have a consideration to its longevity and quality as well as its style.
At Pappilon we pride ourselves on seeking out items for the home by selecting unique pieces of furniture and furnishings not simply as a ready-made style but where each individual item has something to say for itself, much like the individuals who buy from us.
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19th Century Glazed Oak Bookcase - Manner of Samuel Pepys
Impressive 19th Century glazed oak bookcase, designed in the manner of Samuel Pepys, inspired by the original 1666 pieces displayed at Oxford University. This early 20th-century example showcases intricately carved Jacobean-style doors at the base, complemented by a pair of glazed upper doors, all of which retain their original glass. The bookcase is elegantly raised on turned bun feet, offering a striking silhouette.
This piece is a tribute to the groundbreaking 1666 design by Pepys, often regarded as the first domestic bookcase. Samuel Pepys held discussions with 'Simpson the Joiner' on July 23rd, 1666, which led to the creation of twelve original bookcases, now housed in the Biblio-theca Pepysiana at Magdalene College, Cambridge. A further example is on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
The bookcase is characterized by a rich patina, which further enhances its historical appeal.
measurements
Height:
207 cm
Width:
130 cm
Depth:
38 cm
measurements
declaration
Pappilon has clarified that the 19th Century Glazed Oak Bookcase - Manner of Samuel Pepys (LA436993) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1910