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Late Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase
Nimbus Antiques
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Late Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase

19th century
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Sn5514 Simple and elegant English antique bookcase, having figured top with moulded edge above three height adjustable shelves and fluted pilasters, all standing on plinth base. This antique bookcase is in home ready condition. c1880

H44" W42.5" D13" D10"-shelves

H112cm W108cm D33cm D215cm-shelves

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Nimbus Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1088470
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Sn5514
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Description
Sn5514 Simple and elegant English antique bookcase, having figured top with moulded edge above three height adjustable shelves and fluted pilasters, all standing on plinth base. This antique bookcase is in home ready condition. c1880

H44" W42.5" D13" D10"-shelves

H112cm W108cm D33cm D215cm-shelves

Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Nimbus Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1088470
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Sn5514
Nimbus Antiques
Nimbus Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2011

We offer a wide, high quality range of antique furniture all of which are restored to the highest standard in our own workshops

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Late Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase

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Whaley Bridge
High Peak
Derbyshire
SK23 7JZ
United Kingdom
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A late Victorian open bookcase crafted in warm walnut timber, featuring three adjustable shelves, a moulded cornice top, and a solid plinth base.
Late Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase
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A late Victorian open bookcase crafted in warm walnut timber, featuring three adjustable shelves, a moulded cornice top, and a solid plinth base.
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Late Victorian open bookcases typically feature clean architectural lines, adjustable shelving systems, solid timber construction such as walnut or mahogany, and classical plinth bases or moulded cornices designed for accessible library storage.

Cabinetmakers during the late Victorian period predominantly utilised rich hardwoods including walnut, mahogany, and oak, often paired with brass studs or wooden peg adjustment mechanisms for internal shelving.

Authentic late Victorian examples display hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-planed or original saw marks on the reverse panel, period-correct shelf adjustment strips, and natural wood oxidisation consistent with age.

A Victorian walnut open bookcase functions well as a low accent piece in a modern hallway or living room, styled with a curated blend of art volumes, ceramics, and sculptural objects to contrast against neutral wall textures.

Preserve the timber finish by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice annually, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage or uneven fading.
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