Friday, September 28, 2012

Canterbury Bookcase

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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12 comments:

  1. CynthiaSeptember 28, 2012 at 9:26 AM

    This piece is stunning. I love all the curves and the detail. Beautiful

    Cynthia

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  2. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsSeptember 28, 2012 at 1:12 PM

    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.

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  3. Cathy and Paul @One Creative CoupleSeptember 28, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    This is very beautiful! I don't know anything about it but I do love it.

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  4. Cathy and Paul @One Creative CoupleSeptember 28, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    This is very beautiful! I don't know anything about it but I do love it.

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  5. Pat C.September 28, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    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!

    xoxo

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  6. ChrissySeptember 28, 2012 at 2:46 PM

    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.
    Thanks for stopping by my blog

    http://rosesrhubarbandpearls.blogspot.com/

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  7. AnneSeptember 28, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    What a beautiful piece!
    xx
    Anne

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  8. Shabby Brocante, KarenSeptember 28, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    Not sure, but I love it. Great piece. The banner is super cute too!

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  9. White Lace and PromisesSeptember 28, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    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.

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  10. Shannon@ A Cozy Place Called HomeSeptember 29, 2012 at 5:09 AM

    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

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  11. Vickie @ Ranger 911October 1, 2012 at 6:47 PM

    I don't know what it is either, but it's a pretty accent piece.

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  12. karen@somewhatquirkyOctober 5, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    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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