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Antique Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 6 November 2024 · Marylebone Antiques
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Description

A smart and very well made antique Victorian walnut open bookcase. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.

This sits on a plinth base, with two adjustable shelves and lovely carved corbels beneath the top edge. The walnut grain patterns and colour tones are lovely throughout.

This is in excellent condition for its age, we have had it re-polished. There is just some minor old wear here and there remaining beneath the polish.

Width – 48 inches , 122 cm

Depth – 11 inches , 28 cm

Height – 42 inches , 107 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1089771
Dealers Internal Reference
8945
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Description
A smart and very well made antique Victorian walnut open bookcase. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.
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This sits on a plinth base, with two adjustable shelves and lovely carved corbels beneath the top edge.
Marylebone Antiques

The walnut grain patterns and colour tones are lovely throughout.

fig 1. An antique Victorian walnut open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves and decorative carved corbels at the upper corners.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase

This is in excellent condition for its age, we have had it re-polished. There is just some minor old wear here and there remaining beneath the polish.

Width – 48 inches , 122 cm

Depth – 11 inches , 28 cm

Height – 42 inches , 107 cm

Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1089771
Dealers Internal Ref
8945
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique Victorian walnut open bookcase featuring three horizontal shelves and decorative carved corbels at the upper corners.
Antique Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialWalnut, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved corbels, Moulded cornice, Plinth base, Fixed shelving
  • SizeH 107 cm (42 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 28 cm (11 in)

FAQs

A Victorian open bookcase is a freestanding or low shelving unit produced during the 19th century, characterised by unglazed fronts designed for accessible book storage and display.

Cabinetmakers during the Victorian era predominantly utilised dense hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, and oak, often incorporating softer secondary woods like pine for internal partitions.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period construction methods such as hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional wood screw fixings, natural patina, and timber shrinkage consistent with nineteenth-century manufacture.

An antique wooden bookcase provides functional vertical storage that balances modern minimalist furniture, serving as a focal point in a study or living space.

Preserve the timber finish by avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity, occasionally applying quality beeswax to nourish the wood and maintain its natural lustre.
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