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Superb Victorian Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Bookcase
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Superb Victorian Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Bookcase

19th century
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A stunning Victorian walnut and marquetry inlaid ormolu mounted bookcase. The ogee moulded cornice above a floral marquetry inlaid frieze set within an ebony background. Below a pair of glazed doors with outline satinwood cross banding between boxwood and ebony stringing and gilded brass door strip. The stiles having gilded brass corbels and further beautiful floral marquetry inlay in exotic woods. The lower section having a cushion moulded frieze with conforming floral marquetry and gilded beading. Below a pair of panelled doors again with satinwood banding and floral marquetry within ebony panels and gilded door strip. The conforming stiles with further marquetry and gilded corbels. The whole raised on a plinth base with satinwood banding top and complete with working locks, keys and gilded escutcheons. There are 3 adjustable boxwood inlaid shelves to the to the top and 1 large shelf to the base. Condition- Very good and ready for use in the home or office and offered here at a great price. Dimensions:- Max.Height…87.25’’/ 222cm. Max.Width…48.25’’/ 123cm. Max.Depth…14.25’’/ 36cm. Delivery by furniture carrier £75.

Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Victorian Inlaid Walnut Bookcase to the 1870s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09496369
Dealer's Item Date1870s
Sellingantiques Date1870s
Sellingantiques agingItem 140-165 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1870s:
Fine shrinkage checks along the veneer grain: natural timber movement over many decades.
Gilt brass mounts secured with slotted pins: typical Victorian cabinet metalwork.
Sand-shaded wood marquetry panels: traditional 19th-century inlay work.
Solid pine backing boards in the base: standard period secondary timber construction.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
222cm (87.40")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1213767
Dealers Internal Reference
24905
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Description
A stunning Victorian walnut and marquetry inlaid ormolu mounted bookcase. The ogee moulded cornice above a floral marquetry inlaid frieze set within an ebony background.
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Below a pair of glazed doors with outline satinwood cross banding between boxwood and ebony stringing and gilded brass door strip.
John Howkins Antiques

The stiles having gilded brass corbels and further beautiful floral marquetry inlay in exotic woods. The lower section having a cushion moulded frieze with conforming floral marquetry and gilded beading. Below a pair of panelled doors again with satinwood banding and floral marquetry within ebony panels and gilded door strip. The conforming stiles with further marquetry and gilded corbels. The whole raised on a plinth base with satinwood banding top and complete with working locks, keys and gilded escutcheons. There are 3 adjustable boxwood inlaid shelves to the to the top and 1 large shelf to the base. Condition- Very good and ready for use in the home or office and offered here at a great price. Dimensions:- Max.Height…87.25’’/ 222cm. Max.Width…48.25’’/ 123cm. Max.Depth…14.25’’/ 36cm. Delivery by furniture carrier £75.

Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Victorian Inlaid Walnut Bookcase to the 1870s.

Independent Date Report ID 09496369
Dealer's Item Date1870s
Sellingantiques dating1870s
Sellingantiques agingItem 140-165 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1870s:
Fine shrinkage checks along the veneer grain: natural timber movement over many decades.
Gilt brass mounts secured with slotted pins: typical Victorian cabinet metalwork.
Sand-shaded wood marquetry panels: traditional 19th-century inlay work.
Solid pine backing boards in the base: standard period secondary timber construction.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
222cm (87.40")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1213767
Dealers Internal Ref
24905
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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A Victorian burr walnut bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, lower doors decorated with floral marquetry inlay, and gilt brass mounts.
Superb Victorian Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Bookcase
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A Victorian burr walnut bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, lower doors decorated with floral marquetry inlay, and gilt brass mounts.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Burr Walnut, Fruitwood, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Ormolu mounts, Glazed doors, Plinth base
  • SizeH 222 cm (87 in) x W 123 cm (48 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

This Victorian bookcase dates to 1870 and belongs to the gentleman's library style. Constructed from walnut, burr walnut, fruitwood, glass, and brass, it exhibits warm brown tones with inlaid floral marquetry, ormolu mounts, glazed doors, and a plinth base. The tall piece displays an ogee moulded cornice, an ebony background on the frieze, glazed upper doors with satinwood crossbanding, boxwood and ebony stringing, gilded brass door strips, and gilded brass corbels on the stiles. The lower section includes a cushion-moulded frieze, panelled doors with floral marquetry within ebony panels, working locks, keys, and gilded escutcheons. It measures 222 cm high, 123 cm wide, and 36 cm deep. Suitable for use in a home study or library today, the furniture provides generous storage for books and display objects across its adjustable shelves. The contrasting exotic woods and delicate brass accents create a structured, traditional silhouette that suits period interior schemes. The robust construction and clean glazed upper section offer both protection and visibility for a private book collection.

FAQs

Victorian marquetry bookcases typically feature decorative wood veneers with complex inlaid floral or geometric patterns, often combining walnut, rosewood, or fruitwood. They frequently incorporate glazed upper doors, ornate metal mounts, and classical proportions popular during the nineteenth century.

Traditional Victorian cabinetry utilises solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak for structural frames, overlaid with rich burr walnut or rosewood veneers. Marquetry details employ contrasting fruitwoods, boxwood, and ebony, complemented by cast gilt-bronze or brass mounts.

Authentic pieces display period-specific construction details, such as hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original cylinder glass panes with minor imperfections, hand-carved mouldings, and natural oxidation on the timber undertones.

Position the piece as a focal point in a living area, study, or hallway, filling the glazed shelves with bound books, ceramics, or sculptural objects to balance traditional craftsmanship with modern design elements.

Maintain the finish by placing the cabinet away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer warping. Dust regularly with a clean, dry cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the timbers natural moisture balance.
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