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Bookcases

Scope note

Cases for holding books generally having several shelves enclosed by doors; distinct from "bookshelves" which are open shelves for holding books.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000143716

Broader Terms used

case furniture

Equivalent Terms used

bookcase

Created

13yrs ago

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