Late 20th C. Indian Carved Hardwood Open Bookcase
Updated August 18, 2026
| Lot number | 44 |
| Estimate | 300.00 - 500.00 USD |
| Category | Antiques & Furniture |
| Auction | AUGUST AUCTION |
| Date | August 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Big Shanty Auction |
| Location | Marietta, Georgia |
A substantial Indian carved hardwood open bookcase of architectural form, featuring three broad fixed shelves within an elaborately carved surround. The upright stiles are densely worked with repeating rosettes, scrolling foliage, geometric star medallions, feathered bands, and stylized column motifs, while the upper frieze continues the floral decoration beneath a layered projecting cornice. Broad vertical plank backboards retain a dark, timeworn surface that contrasts attractively with the raised carving, and iron strap accents reinforce the lower corners. The bookcase has a commanding sculptural presence suitable for displaying books, pottery, textiles, or decorative objects and shows extensive age-related wear including scuffs, scratches, finish loss, fading, small chips and carved losses, shrinkage cracks, separations, old repairs, and irregularities to the plank construction consistent with age and use. Measures 83"H x 58"W x 17"D.
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