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Dwarf bookcases

Scope note

Low bookcases deliberately designed so as to leave the wall above free for paintings or pier glasses; generally having open shelves or doors with open grilles, instead of solid or silk-paneled doors.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000164496

Broader Terms used

bookcases

Term used for

bookcases, dwarf

Equivalent Terms used

dwarf bookcase

Created

13yrs ago

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