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Antique Novel Slide, English, Walnut, Brass Caps, Extending Book Rest, Victorian
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Antique Novel Slide, English, Walnut, Brass Caps, Extending Book Rest, Victorian

19th century
Sold 9 June 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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This is an antique novel slide. An English, walnut and brass extending book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

Tasteful addition to your reading corner or desk

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Select walnut presents fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

Foliate motif brass caps accentuate each folding end

Extends to one end to accommodate more of your favourite titles

Generous proportion when extended, to a useful width of 54cm (21.25'')

This is a charming antique novel slide, with dashing brass caps and extending to further its appeal. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Standard Width: 32cm (12.5'')

Standard Depth: 12.5cm (5'')

Standard Height: 15.5cm (6'')

Extended Width: 56cm (22'')

Standard Internal Width: 30.5cm (12'')

Extended Internal Width: 54cm (21.25'')

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Our Ref: 24345

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Book Slide to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Reference Numbers
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SA1074711
Dealers Internal Reference
24345
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Description
This is an antique novel slide. An English, walnut and brass extending book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

Tasteful addition to your reading corner or desk

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. An antique walnut book slide with brass mounts and shaped ends rests against a neutral background.
fig 1. Antique Novel Slide, English, Walnut, Brass Caps, Extending Book Rest, Victorian

Select walnut presents fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

Foliate motif brass caps accentuate each folding end

Extends to one end to accommodate more of your favourite titles

Generous proportion when extended, to a useful width of 54cm (21.25'')

fig 2. An antique walnut book slide with brass mounts and shaped ends rests against a neutral background.
fig 2. Antique Novel Slide, English, Walnut, Brass Caps, Extending Book Rest, Victorian

This is a charming antique novel slide, with dashing brass caps and extending to further its appeal. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Standard Width: 32cm (12.5'')

Standard Depth: 12.5cm (5'')

Standard Height: 15.5cm (6'')

fig 3. An antique walnut book slide with brass mounts and shaped ends rests against a neutral background.
fig 3. Antique Novel Slide, English, Walnut, Brass Caps, Extending Book Rest, Victorian

Extended Width: 56cm (22'')

Standard Internal Width: 30.5cm (12'')

Extended Internal Width: 54cm (21.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
London Fine Antiques
fig 4. An antique walnut book slide with brass mounts and shaped ends rests against a neutral background.
fig 4. Antique Novel Slide, English, Walnut, Brass Caps, Extending Book Rest, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24345

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Book Slide to the Victorian era.

Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1074711
Dealers Internal Ref
24345
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An antique walnut book slide with brass mounts and shaped ends rests against a neutral background.
Antique Novel Slide, English, Walnut, Brass Caps, Extending Book Rest, Victorian
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPierced brass mounts, Scrolled upright ends, Extendable folding base
  • SizeH 15.5 cm (6 in) x W 32 cm (13 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

FAQs

An antique book slide, also known as a novel slide, is an adjustable desktop rack designed to hold a selection of books upright. They gained widespread popularity during the Victorian era as literacy increased and personal libraries expanded in domestic settings.

These pieces are typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or oak, often featuring brass hinges, caps, or pierced metal mounts. The mechanism generally involves a sliding wooden base or pivoting ends that allow the holder to extend and contract.

Authentic items exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-cut screws, natural patina on the metal components, and timber shrinkage consistent with age. Maker marks, registry lozenges, or specific brass casting techniques can also help confirm historical provenance.

This piece functions effectively on a home office desk, bookshelf, or mantelpiece to organise favourite volumes while adding textural warmth and historical interest. It bridges functional desktop organisation with decorative display.

Maintenance involves dusting with a soft, dry cloth and periodically applying a microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber and protect the finish. Avoid direct sunlight, excessive moisture, and chemical polishes that can degrade the original polish and brass oxidisation.
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