Empire Bookcase

comments (3) June 24th, 2009 in Reader's Gallery

AlanBYoung AlanBYoung, member
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This is a rather bold and brassy piece. Literally. I designed and  fabricated all the brass features and hardware on this bookcase except the door hinges and catches. These details  include a medallion at the base, columns uniting the upper and lower cases, handles on the doors in the lower case, knobs on the map drawer, and finials  to top the upper case.

In addition to the brass, this design features veneers of Quarter sawn Anigre, Cherry, Maple, Mahogany, and Oak. The frame is constructed of ebonized Walnut and Poplar  with a shellac finish that yields a stunning compliment to the brass, lighter veneers, and inlays.The drawer is for maps and other pamphlets. The drawer has a lid so when you pull it out you can rest reading material on it or lift the lid to retrieve a map.


Design or Plan used: My own design - Alan Young
posted in: Reader's Gallery, cabinet, period interpretation, , walnut, maple, mahogany, bookcase, inlay, shellac, red oak, brass
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Comments (3)

hornbake hornbake writes: are those ball bearing drawers slides?
Posted: 10:43 pm on February 7th

justa_newbie justa_newbie writes: I think this is a really neat looking piece. Love the contrast and overall design. Nice job.
Posted: 11:23 pm on June 25th

ArseneLupin ArseneLupin writes: A little too ornate for my taste but I still admire the craftmanship. Well done!
Posted: 10:45 am on June 24th

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