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Antique 19th Century Quality Walnut Waterfall Wall Shelves
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Antique 19th Century Quality Walnut Waterfall Wall Shelves

19th century
Sold 19 April 2025 · Prior and Willis
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Antique 19th Century Quality Walnut Waterfall Bookcase Wall Shelves – Quality & Charming Design

A fine quality 19th-century walnut waterfall bookcase which can sit on the floor or wall. This charming antique piece is well-constructed, with no loose joints and no woodworm, making it a striking addition to any space. There is attractive fret cut decoration to the leading edge of each shelf.

Product Details:

Overall Dimensions: 63cm (W) x 20cm (D) x 89cm (H)

Shelf Dimensions:

Bottom Shelf: 59cm (W) x 17.5cm (D) | 25cm space above

Second Shelf: 59cm (W) x 16cm (D) | 20cm space above

Third Shelf: 59cm (W) x 14cm (D) | 19.5cm space above

Top Shelf: 59cm (W) x 14cm (D)

Condition: Good antique condition, with historic knocks, marks, wear, repairs and alterations, all typical of functional antique furniture.

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30-day, no-quibble money-back guarantee.

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Stock No. 8678

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated these Walnut Wall Shelves to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1132276
Dealers Internal Reference
8678
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Antique 19th Century Quality Walnut Waterfall Bookcase Wall Shelves – Quality & Charming Design

A fine quality 19th-century walnut waterfall bookcase which can sit on the floor or wall.

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This charming antique piece is well-constructed, with no loose joints and no woodworm, making it a striking addition to any space.
Prior and Willis

There is attractive fret cut decoration to the leading edge of each shelf.

fig 1. A four-tier walnut wall shelf featuring graduated shelves with scalloped edge detailing and shaped side panels.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Quality Walnut Waterfall Wall Shelves

Product Details:

Overall Dimensions: 63cm (W) x 20cm (D) x 89cm (H)

Shelf Dimensions:

Bottom Shelf: 59cm (W) x 17.5cm (D) | 25cm space above

Second Shelf: 59cm (W) x 16cm (D) | 20cm space above

Third Shelf: 59cm (W) x 14cm (D) | 19.5cm space above

fig 2. A four-tier walnut wall shelf featuring graduated shelves with scalloped edge detailing and shaped side panels.
fig 2. Antique 19th Century Quality Walnut Waterfall Wall Shelves

Top Shelf: 59cm (W) x 14cm (D)

Condition: Good antique condition, with historic knocks, marks, wear, repairs and alterations, all typical of functional antique furniture.

Shipping & Returns:

30-day, no-quibble money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK & worldwide door-to-door shipping available.

Stock No. 8678

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated these Walnut Wall Shelves to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1132276
Dealers Internal Ref
8678
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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Archive I A four-tier walnut wall shelf featuring graduated shelves with scalloped edge detailing and shaped side panels. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique 19th Century Quality Walnut Waterfall Wall Shelves

Archive II A four-tier walnut wall shelf featuring graduated shelves with scalloped edge detailing and shaped side panels. View II
Archive III A four-tier walnut wall shelf featuring graduated shelves with scalloped edge detailing and shaped side panels. View III
Archive IV A four-tier walnut wall shelf featuring graduated shelves with scalloped edge detailing and shaped side panels. View IV
Archive V A four-tier walnut wall shelf featuring graduated shelves with scalloped edge detailing and shaped side panels. View V
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Prior and Willis
Telephone 07866 705199
Location
Kings Lynn
Norfolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/westnorfolk
Verified Since Jan 2015
Items For Sale 339
Items Sold 2,193
Prior and Willis
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A four-tier walnut wall shelf featuring graduated shelves with scalloped edge detailing and shaped side panels.
Antique 19th Century Quality Walnut Waterfall Wall Shelves
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A four-tier walnut wall shelf featuring graduated shelves with scalloped edge detailing and shaped side panels.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Shelves
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGraduated tiers, Scalloped edges, Shaped side panels, Pegged construction

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Hanging wall shelves and graduated tier shelving became popular in the 19th century as homes sought space-efficient ways to display books, ceramics, and decorative ornaments in smaller living spaces.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or oak, often featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, scalloped trims, and pegged or screwed side supports.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate timber patination, hand-cut joinery, traditional fastening methods like wooden pegs or slotted screws, and natural wear consistent with age.

Mount them securely on a neutral wall to display a curated collection of antique books, ceramics, or trailing plants, balancing historical character with contemporary minimalism.

Maintain the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying a traditional beeswax polish to nourish the grain.
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