I've been told this is a Canterbury Bookcase, but I only found one image that confirms this. At first I thought it was for plants. It looks almost like a small crib, but it's not. Anyway, I love the green and the cane and the whole look of it. I attached my Halloween banner and took it to the shop.
It's pretty deep and very French.
I'm not even sure how old this piece is, but I suspect it's probably from the 1960's or earlier. If anyone knows more about this type of furniture, please let me know. Thanks.
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This piece is stunning. I love all the curves and the detail. Beautiful
Cynthia
Yes, I would have thought crib, too, Maggie! It's a beautiful piece though. I'm sure it could be used in lots of ways.
This is very beautiful! I don't know anything about it but I do love it.
This is very beautiful! I don't know anything about it but I do love it.
I'm not sure that it is a Canterbury. The ones I found online all had slats or spindles along at least two sides, and had vertical open dividers within the boxy compartment, like this one:
http://www.thakehamfurniture.co.uk/productdetail.asp?productid=1240&subcatid=46
... and/or a raised table surface, like this one:
http://www.antiques-atlas.com/antique/_burr_walnut_oval_antique_canterbury_/as224a226
I'm thinking it's closer to a jardiniere/planter, as you first thought.
Well, whatever it is, it certainly is stunning!
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I don't know anything about this piece either, but it sure is lovely. I could use that by my door to hold gloves, hats, and scarves for my family.
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What a beautiful piece!
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Anne
Not sure, but I love it. Great piece. The banner is super cute too!
Little Miss Maggie, Ihave never seen one of these. Of course, you know I'd paint it white, but I do love it the color you have it for Fall decor. Sweet piece. Thanks for the education.
I am sure you would like to know the history of this piece but regardless of the name or function, it is beautiful. It looks like it could be used in a number of ways in your decorating scheme. I hope someone can tell you exactly what it is called but I am no help there.--------- Shannon
I don't know what it is either, but it's a pretty accent piece.
Maggie, this looks like a magazine holder to me - or maybe as a planter as you mentioned. It's beautiful nonetheless.
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