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Carved Oak Wall Shelf
Carradale Farm Antiques
for sale €1,024     $1,111
£875

Carradale Farm Antiques

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Carved Oak Wall Shelf

17th century
Description

Ornately carved Dutch oak wall hanging shelf has three shelves Circa 17th century and later, plates NOT included

Physical Dimensions
Height
116cm (45.67")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

Carradale Farm Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Plate Rack to the 17th Century.

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SA1177196
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SA3257
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Description
Ornately carved Dutch oak wall hanging shelf has three shelves Circa 17th century and later, plates NOT included
Height
116cm (45.67")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

Carradale Farm Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Plate Rack to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1177196
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SA3257
Carradale Farm Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2010
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A dark carved oak wall-mounted plate rack featuring three shelves, flanked by carved caryatid figures and topped with a moulded ornate cornice.
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Archive I A dark carved oak wall-mounted plate rack featuring three shelves, flanked by carved caryatid figures and topped with a moulded ornate cornice.

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Carradale Farm Antiques
Telephone 01392 447082
Location
The Antiques Complex
The Crane Depot
Adj. Exeter Airport
Clyst Honiton
Exeter
Devon
EX5 2ll
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/carradale
Verified Since Feb 2010
Items For Sale 139
Items Sold 1,702
Carradale Farm Antiques
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Location: The Antiques Complex, The Crane Depot, Adj. Exeter Airport, Clyst Honiton, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2ll , United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/carradale
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A dark carved oak wall-mounted plate rack featuring three shelves, flanked by carved caryatid figures and topped with a moulded ornate cornice.
Carved oak wall shelf
Ref: SA1177196
A dark carved oak wall-mounted plate rack featuring three shelves, flanked by carved caryatid figures and topped with a moulded ornate cornice.
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A carved oak plate rack is a wall-mounted or freestanding wooden shelf unit specifically constructed with grooves or bars to securely store and display ceramic dinnerware, decorative plates, and chargers. Popularised in 17th to 19th-century European households, these functional pieces featured ornate relief carvings reflecting regional architectural styles.

Traditional plate racks were constructed from solid hardwoods, primarily European oak, using mortise and tenon joinery for structural integrity. Typical design features include hand-carved friezes, turned columns or caryatids, moulded cornices, and recessed grooves along each shelf to hold plates upright.

Authentic antique examples display evidence of age such as hand-cut joinery, variable saw marks, oxidisation within deep carved recesses, and natural patina along hand-handled surfaces. Look for original mounting points, hand-driven pegs, and uneven wear consistent with centuries of utility.

Mount the plate rack above a dining room sideboard or kitchen counter to create a focal point featuring vintage porcelain, contemporary ceramics, or framed art. Pairing dark oak furniture with neutral wall tones or contrasting modern tableware balances historical craftsmanship with modern aesthetics.

Dust the intricate carvings regularly using a soft-bristled brush or dry microfibre cloth. Preserve the timber by applying a natural beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding liquid cleaners, harsh detergents, or placement near direct heat sources that cause timber shrinkage.
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