Sold: Victorian Walnut Bookcase 19th Century

Name: Victorian Walnut Bookcase
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1080714
Price: 750 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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Rawlings Farm Buildings
Unit 7 Main Road
Rettendon Common
Chelmsford
Essex
CM3 8DY
United Kingdom

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ObjectBookcases
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialWalnut, Glass, Pine
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsGlazed cabinet doors, Panelled lower doors, Cornice moulding, Adjustable shelving
SizeH 230 cm (91 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

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Victorian bookcases reflect the eclectic design movements of the 19th century, drawing inspiration from Gothic, Elizabethan, and classical revivals, typically characterised by substantial proportions and rich timber selection.

Cabinet makers of this era predominantly utilised dense hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, and oak, frequently incorporating hand-cut dovetail joints, brass hardware, and glazed panel doors.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period construction techniques, including hand-planed timber, old glass panes with subtle imperfections, traditional joinery methods, and natural ageing consistent with 19th-century manufacture.

Balancing historical weight involves pairing the piece with neutral wall colours, contemporary lighting, and curated collections of books and objects to create a sophisticated focal point.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber fading, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the wood finish.

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