Revamped Bookcase for a New Home

My sister and brother-in-law just moved into their brand new house. It is beautiful and just right for them. They downsized from a four story home to a rancher, so they needed to also downsize their furniture. This bookcase caused a little bit of contention. He said is was a piece of junk (and should just give it to me to revamp & sell), she loved it and new just where it would fit in the new house. Well you know who won this one, of course. I held on to it through the summer until she decided how she wanted it refinished. Her new decor is leaning toward the peacock blue & green tones, and she also has a large brown leather sectional. She wanted this painted an aqua or teal to go with everything. I suggested that we leave the gorgeous front pieces and the top stained to tie in with the couch. I didn't get the before shot, but here is some during pics.
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