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Tall Victorian Burr Walnut Bookcase.
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Tall Victorian Burr Walnut Bookcase.

19th century
Sold 11 February 2025 · Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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Description

Tall Victorian burr walnut bookcase.

Adjustable shelves.

It's possible to take the doors off and have it as a open front bookcase if needs be.

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
214cm (84.25")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Reference Numbers
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SA1100229
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Description
Tall Victorian burr walnut bookcase.

Adjustable shelves.

It's possible to take the doors off and have it as a open front bookcase if needs be.

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Bookcase to the Victorian era.

Height
214cm (84.25")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Reference Numbers
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SA1100229
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2012

Instagram @ruperthitchcoxantiques -- large and varied selection.

Dealer Profile

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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Telephone 07710 561 505
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Warpsgrove
Nr Chalgrove
Oxford
OX44 7RW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/afw
Verified Since Aug 2012
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A tall Victorian glazed bookcase crafted from figured burr walnut with two glass doors and interior wooden shelving.
Tall Victorian burr walnut bookcase.
Ref: SA1100229
A tall Victorian glazed bookcase crafted from figured burr walnut with two glass doors and interior wooden shelving.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Pine, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGlazed doors, Burr walnut veneer, Cornice moulding, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 214 cm (84 in) x W 128 cm (50 in) x D 39 cm (15 in)

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Victorian bookcases often feature rich woods like walnut or mahogany, substantial cornices, and detailed craftsmanship reflecting the industrial and artistic shifts of the 19th century.

Cabinetmakers frequently utilised solid timber frames veneered with highly figured burr walnut, mahogany, or oak, supplemented by hand-blown glass panels and brass hardware.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period joinery methods such as hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage consistent with age, historic finishes like shellac, and subtle imperfections in glass panes.

Positioning the bookcase against a neutral painted wall allows the figured grain of the walnut to stand out, balancing traditional craftsmanship with contemporary minimalist decor.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels, keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and periodically apply appropriate furniture wax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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