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Bamboo Shelf Unit
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Bamboo Shelf Unit

19th century
Description

English antique laquered bamboo shelf unit with stagard shelves and a cupboard

Date of Manufacture

Carradale Farm Antiques has dated this Victorian Bamboo Shelving Unit to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
178cm (70.08")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1212670
Dealers Internal Reference
SA3282
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Description
English antique laquered bamboo shelf unit with stagard shelves and a cupboard
Date of Manufacture

Carradale Farm Antiques has dated this Victorian Bamboo Shelving Unit to the 1890s.

Height
178cm (70.08")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1212670
Dealers Internal Ref
SA3282
Carradale Farm Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2010
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Carradale Farm Antiques Profile Page

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A Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet.
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Archive I A Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet.

Bamboo Shelf Unit

Archive II A Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet. View II
Archive III A Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet. View III
Archive IV A Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet. View IV
Archive V A Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet. View V
Archive VI A Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet. View VIII
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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 129
Items Sold 1,713
Carradale Farm Antiques
Verified Since Feb 2010
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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 Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet.
Bamboo shelf unit
Ref: SA1212670
A Victorian bamboo shelving unit featuring a pagoda canopy top, open display tiers, and a small lacquered lower cabinet.
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  • ObjectShelving Unit
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Chinoiserie
  • MaterialBamboo, Lacquer, Wood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPagoda top, Lacquered panels, Spindle canopy, Asymmetrical shelving
  • SizeH 178 cm (70 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 37 cm (15 in)

This Victorian Chinoiserie bamboo shelf unit dates to 1890 and stands 178 cm high, 60 cm wide, and 37 cm deep. Constructed from dark brown lacquered wood and bamboo, the shelving unit includes a pagoda top with a spindle canopy, asymmetrical shelving tiers, and a lower cabinet fitted with reddish-brown lacquered panels. Visible details comprise turned bamboo uprights, curved brackets beneath the upper display tier, knob finials atop the pagoda roof, and a small metal drop handle on the cabinet door. Practical for home display, this shelving unit functions as an open storage and display cabinet in a sunlit conservatory, living room, hallway, or study. The combination of open tiers and enclosed cupboard space accommodates books, decorative items, ceramics, and plants while adding an exotic Victorian aesthetic to an interior setting.

FAQs

Victorian Chinoiserie bamboo furniture emerged in the late 19th century, inspired by East Asian motifs and decorative arts. Cabinet makers crafted open shelving and cabinets incorporating natural bamboo frame construction paired with lacquered decorative panels.

These pieces feature natural hollow bamboo cane framing joined with small dowels or metal pins. Shelves and cabinet door inserts frequently feature Japanned wood panels, lacquerware finishes, or burnt bamboo accents.

Authentic Victorian bamboo items display natural surface aging, patination, and traditional joinery techniques. Inspect joints for pin fastenings rather than modern cross-head screws, along with authentic wear on lacquered surfaces.

A bamboo etagere introduces organic texture and architectural interest to a living room, conservatory, or hallway. Displaying ceramics, framed art, or trailing botanical plants on the open tiers emphasises the pagoda silhouette.

Dust regularly using a dry, lint-free cloth and keep the item away from direct heat sources to prevent cracking in the bamboo canes. Apply natural beeswax sparingly to the frame while avoiding harsh chemical cleaners on lacquered inserts.
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