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Description

19th century Spanish original painted pine shop counter with open back. 1860.

This piece weighs 300kg.

Internal reference: C

Code: 8791

Dimensions:

W: 102" (259.1 cm)

H: 43" (109.2 cm)

D: 35" (88.9 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Antique Shop Counter to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

109cm (42.91")

Width

259cm (101.97")

Depth

89cm (35.04")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1123055

Dealers Internal Reference

8791

Description

19th century Spanish original painted pine shop counter with open back. 1860.

This piece weighs 300kg.

Internal reference: C

Code: 8791

Dimensions:

W: 102" (259.1 cm)

H: 43" (109.2 cm)

D: 35" (88.9 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Antique Shop Counter to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

109cm (42.91")

Width

259cm (101.97")

Depth

89cm (35.04")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1123055

Dealers Internal Ref

8791

About the Dealer

Arcadia Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

Dealer Profile

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Arcadia Antiques

Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923

Location

Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/arcadia

Verified Since Jun 2009

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectShop Counters
Period19th century
StyleSpanish Country
MaterialPine, Hardwood
ColourDistressed Green and Blue
MotifsPanelled front, Moulded base, Distressed paint finish, Overhanging top
SizeH 109 cm (43 in) x W 259 cm (102 in) x D 89 cm (35 in)

FAQs

Antique shop counters originated as functional furniture pieces used in 19th-century retail environments to serve customers, display goods, and store mercantile stock securely.

These counters were traditionally built from dense hardwoods such as pine, oak, or chestnut, often featuring hand-planed top boards and multi-layered historic paint finishes.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut joinery, genuine surface wear consistent with heavy commercial use, multi-layered patinated paint, and period-appropriate timber shrinkage.

This piece works effectively as a kitchen island, a striking console table in a hallway, or a reception desk, grounding contemporary spaces with historical character.

Preserve the original painted surface by dusting gently with a dry microfiber cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to protect the timber.