Sold 31 January 2025 · Camden Antiques

This “Victorian Burr Walnut Open Bookcase” found a buyer.

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Description

A very good Victorian period burr walnut open bookcase of generous proportions. Of breakfronted form and with a series of adjustable shelves which offer excellent capacity for displaying books. Splits into 5 sections for ease of installation. Offered for sale in very good condition. Books not included.

Dimensions:

Width 216cms

Depth (max) 40cms

Height 210cms

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Bookcase to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

210cm (82.68")

Width

216cm (85.04")

Depth

40cm (15.75")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1103548

Dealers Internal Reference

18321

Description

A very good Victorian period burr walnut open bookcase of generous proportions.

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Of breakfronted form and with a series of adjustable shelves which offer excellent capacity for displaying books.

Camden Antiques

Splits into 5 sections for ease of installation. Offered for sale in very good condition. Books not included.

Dimensions:

Width 216cms

Depth (max) 40cms

Height 210cms

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Bookcase to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

210cm (82.68")

Width

216cm (85.04")

Depth

40cm (15.75")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1103548

Dealers Internal Ref

18321

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Camden Antiques

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Location

Units 20 & 19
The Vinery
Poling
West Sussex
BN18 9PY
United Kingdom

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectBookcases
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialWalnut, Burr Walnut, Pine
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Cornice moulding, Adjustable shelving
SizeH 210 cm (83 in) x W 216 cm (85 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

FAQs

Victorian furniture encompasses designs produced during the reign of Queen Victoria (18371901), characterised by a revival of historicism, heavy proportions, and intricate craftsmanship using luxury timbers such as mahogany, rosewood, and burr walnut.

Cabinet makers typically utilised secondary softwoods like pine for internal carcases, applying decorative hardwood veneers such as burr walnut or mahogany to visible exterior surfaces, complemented by hand-cut dovetail joints.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetailing, timber shrinkage patterns, traditional shellac polish finishes, and the presence of handmade screw heads or historical tool marks.

Pairing a dark wood antique bookcase with neutral walls and curated collections of books or decorative objects creates a sophisticated focal point that balances traditional craftsmanship with modern minimalism.

Maintain burr walnut by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding excessive humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber and protect the polished surface.