Shelves Collection (#6)

Bookcase for a study, Regency style
6338620 Bookcase for a study, Regency style by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: Bookcase for a study, Regency style)

Library at the British Museum, London, England, 19th century
7177206 Library at the British Museum, London, England, 19th century. by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Library at the British Museum, London, England)

A circular moveable bookcase, 1810
6339872 A circular moveable bookcase, 1810 by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: A circular moveable bookcase, 1810)

Metamorphic dwarf library bookcase, 1811
6339836 Metamorphic dwarf library bookcase, 1811 by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Metamorphic dwarf library bookcase, 1811)

Portrait of the 3rd Earl of Bradford, c. 1872 (oil on canvas)
7240940 Portrait of the 3rd Earl of Bradford, c.1872 (oil on canvas) by Sargent, Frederick (1837-99); 29x23 cm; The Weston Park Foundation, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: The sitter seated at a desk)

A Renaissance Interior with figures : The Birth of St John, c. 1600-49 (oil on copper)
7240837 A Renaissance Interior with figures : The Birth of St John, c.1600-49 (oil on copper) by Steenwyck, Hendrik the Younger (c.1580-1649); 12.5x17.8 cm; The Weston Park Foundation, Shropshire

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caveau; Wine-cellar; Weinkeller (engraving)
7195228 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caveau; Wine-cellar; Weinkeller (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caveau; Wine-cellar; Weinkeller)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Marchand (de cuir); Leatherseller; Lederhandler (engraving)
7196633 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Marchand (de cuir); Leatherseller; Lederhandler (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tablette; Shelf; Brettchen (engraving)
7197655 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tablette; Shelf; Brettchen (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tablette; Shelf; Brettchen)

Making cheese (coloured engraving)
7201019 Making cheese (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making cheese)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Grainetier; Seedsman; Samenhandler (engraving)
7196192 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Grainetier; Seedsman; Samenhandler (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grainetier; Seedsman; Samenhandler)

Kitchen with solid fuel stove (colour litho)
7157396 Kitchen with solid fuel stove (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kitchen with solid fuel stove)

Young chicks and flowers (chromolitho)
7201102 Young chicks and flowers (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buds of Melody, young chicks and flowers)

Young girl balancing to reach the sugar (colour litho)
7150071 Young girl balancing to reach the sugar (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young girl balancing to reach the sugar)

Reading a Letter, c. 1688. Creator: Furuyama Moroshige
Reading a Letter, c. 1688

Dreaming of the Heron Maiden, Japan, c. 1771. Creator: Komai Yoshinobu
Dreaming of the Heron Maiden, Japan, c. 1771

Blue Shell (Aogai), from the series "Five Colors (Goshiki no uchi)", c. 1820
Blue Shell (Aogai), from the series " Five Colors (Goshiki no uchi)", c. 1820

Parrot (Omu), from the series "Floating World Versions of the Seven Komachi... c
Parrot (Omu), from the series " Floating World Versions of the Seven Komachi (Ukiyo Nana Komachi)", c. 1780

Woman reading poems in a study room, Japan, c. 1833. Creator: Katsushika Hokuga
Woman reading poems in a study room, Japan, c. 1833

Ritual Stand with Lion Supports, 15th / 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Ritual Stand with Lion Supports, 15th/16th century

The Village School Scene (Terakoya), from the series "Sugawaras Secrets... c
The Village School Scene (Terakoya), from the series " Sugawaras Secrets (Sugawara denju)", c. 1830/44

Bookcase with Writing Utensils, Books, and Potted Adonis, c. 1820s / 30s. Creator: Gakutei
Bookcase with Writing Utensils, Books, and Potted Adonis, c. 1820s/30s

Cover Design for The Yellow Book, Vol II, 1894. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
Cover Design for The Yellow Book, Vol II, 1894. A woman wearing a starched dress with bow, a bookcase, and a background of stylised tulips. From " The Best of Beardsley" edited by R. A

Design for a Yellow Book Cover, 1894-1895. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
Design for a Yellow Book Cover, 1894-1895. A woman holding a muff looks at a pile of books: Story of Venus and Tannhauser, Discords, Shakespeare, The Yellow Book, Dickens. This design was not used

Dresser or Cupboard, 1936. Creator: Irving I. Smith
Dresser or Cupboard, 1936

Lights of Other Days, 1906. Creator: John Frederick Peto
Lights of Other Days, 1906

Court Cupboard, England, c. 1660. Creator: Unknown
Court Cupboard, England, c. 1660

Desk, c. 1937. Creator: Winslow Rich
Desk, c. 1937

Etagere, 1850 / 70. Creator: Unknown
Etagere, 1850/70

Earthly Paradise, 1888. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Earthly Paradise, 1888

Washstand, c. 1939. Creator: Henry Moran
Washstand, c. 1939

Articles of China, 1843 / 44. Creator: William Henry Fox Talbot
Articles of China, 1843/44. A work made of salted paper print

Wall Shelf, c. 1937. Creator: Carl Keksi
Wall Shelf, c. 1937

Hall Tree, of Mahogany, 1937. Creator: Randolph F Miller
Hall Tree, of Mahogany, 1937

Mahogany Shelf, c. 1940. Creator: Marie Lutrell
Mahogany Shelf, c. 1940

Shelf (Corner Bracket), c. 1937. Creator: Magnus S. Fossum
Shelf (Corner Bracket), c. 1937

Cupboard, c. 1936. Creator: Bernard Gussow
Cupboard, c. 1936

Hanging Shelf, 1940. Creator: Rolland Livingstone
Hanging Shelf, 1940

Table, 1941. Creator: William Kieckhofel
Table, 1941

Shaker Cabinet, c. 1937. Creator: John W Kelleher
Shaker Cabinet, c. 1937

Shaker Cabinet, 1937. Creator: John W Kelleher
Shaker Cabinet, 1937

Books and a Bookcase, 19th century. Creator: Ikeda Eisen
Books and a Bookcase, 19th century

Hanging Shelf, c. 1939. Creator: William H Edwards
Hanging Shelf, c. 1939

Corner Cupboard, c. 1942. Creator: William H Edwards
Hanging Corner Cupboard, c. 1942

Corner Cupboard, c. 1941. Creator: Byron Dingman
Corner Cupboard, c. 1941

Isambard Kingdom Brunels Office at 18 Duke Street, Westminster (pencil
1765038 Isambard Kingdom Brunels Office at 18 Duke Street, Westminster (pencil, pen and ink and watercolour) by Carthy, Lady (fl.1840-1850); 36.5x52.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

George III secretaire library bookcase, c. 1765 (ebony-inlaid mahogany)
CH441566 George III secretaire library bookcase, c.1765 (ebony-inlaid mahogany) by Chippendale, Thomas (1718-79) (attr.to); 251.5x199.6x62.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; British

Reading Room in the British Museum, London (coloured engraving)
5197961 Reading Room in the British Museum, London (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reading Room in the British Museum)

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"Exploring the Earth's Depths and Literary Heights: A Journey through Shelves" Embark on a captivating journey as we delve into the fascinating world of shelves. Just like an Earth's topographic and bathymetric map, shelves hold hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Step into the enchanting Gallery of the Old Library, where ancient books whisper tales of forgotten times. Transport yourself back to a wet winter evening in Bloomsbury, c1935, alongside a book lover engrossed in literary wonders. The creator Fincham captures this magical moment perfectly. A playful dachshund perched on a bookshelf adds charm and warmth to any space. It reminds us that even amidst knowledge and wisdom, there is always room for joy and companionship. Witness history unfold as Winston Churchill immerses himself in his library at Chartwell Westerham Kent. His shelves brim with knowledge that shaped nations, reminding us of the power held within these humble structures. The Pharmacy artwork from 1912 takes us back to an era when remedies were stored neatly on shelves - each bottle holding secrets to heal both body and soul. In Halfway House, Rame Cornwall, meet a teenage barmaid who finds solace among rows of bottles lining her workplace's shelves. Her story reflects resilience amidst life's challenges. Travel across vast landscapes with Australia's topographic map displayed proudly on its shelf – showcasing nature’s beauty from coastlines to mountainscapes. Kellys Cellar in Belfast invites you into its cozy ambiance filled with laughter and camaraderie. Its well-stocked shelves bear witness to countless stories shared over pints throughout Northern Ireland’s rich history. Return once more to the Gallery of the Old Library where rows of Halloween masks await their moment under dimmed lights – reminding us that even behind masks lies untold mysteries awaiting discovery.