Mid Century John Dickinson for Drexel Et Cetera Shakespeare Book Coffee Table For Sale

Up for sale is an incredibly rare, highly collectible mid-century modern statement piece: the famous \"Shakespeare\" faux-book table by John Dickinson for Drexel. Produced for a very limited window in the early 1960s, this whimsical trompe-l\'œil piece mimics a stacked pile of three heavy leather-bound volumes of Shakespeare\'s works. Key Features: Hidden Storage: The spine of the middle faux volume conceals a spacious hidden pull-out drawer.Functional Detail: Features the original fabric bookmark that acts as the secret drawer pull.High-End Craftsmanship: Sits on its original beveled oak molding base accented with distinct ball-end feet and black lacquered resin stretchers. Authenticity: Features the authentic stamped Drexel \"Et Cetera\" series markings on the underside of the base. Dimensions: Width: 32 inchesDepth: 32 inchesHeight: 20 inchesCondition: Minor flaws are pictured. Excellent vintage condition with only minor scuffs to the vinyl covers consistent with age. Gold-gilt lettering is beautifully intact. Drawer slides smoothly and the fabric bookmark pull is secure. Please see all high-resolution photos for exact condition details.]Shipping & Freight Policy (Please Read Prior to Purchase/offerding):Local Pickup: Available for free local pickup in the Hampstead, NC area.Freight Shipping: Shipping cost is NOT included in the purchase price. The buyer is solely responsible for arranging, booking, and paying for freight transport.We highly recommend using trusted white-glove furniture shippers such as uShip or Plycon Freight Lines for a seamless delivery.As the seller, I will cooperate fully with your chosen courier to facilitate a safe and smooth pickup from my location.Please message me with any questions or if you need specific additional photos before making an offer!