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Antique Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase

19th century
Sold 22 May 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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A smart and very well made antique Victorian walnut open bookcase. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1870-1890 period.

The quality is superb, there are beautifully carved corbels at the upper corners and lovely carved rosettes at the bottom corners. This sits on a plinth base, it has three adjustable shelves. The walnut grain patterns and colour tones and beautiful throughout.

This is in excellent condition for its age, we have had it re-polished. There is just some minor old wear here and there remaining beneath the polish here and there, commensurate for age.

Width – 42.5 inches , 108 cm

Depth – 12 inches , 31 cm

Height – 43.5 inches , 110 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Bookcase to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1199242
Dealers Internal Reference
12135
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A smart and very well made antique Victorian walnut open bookcase. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1870-1890 period.
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The quality is superb, there are beautifully carved corbels at the upper corners and lovely carved rosettes at the bottom corners.
Marylebone Antiques

This sits on a plinth base, it has three adjustable shelves. The walnut grain patterns and colour tones and beautiful throughout.

fig 1. An antique Victorian walnut open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and carved pilasters.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase

This is in excellent condition for its age, we have had it re-polished. There is just some minor old wear here and there remaining beneath the polish here and there, commensurate for age.

Width – 42.5 inches , 108 cm

Depth – 12 inches , 31 cm

Height – 43.5 inches , 110 cm

Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Bookcase to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1199242
Dealers Internal Ref
12135
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique Victorian walnut open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and carved pilasters.
Antique Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase
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An antique Victorian walnut open bookcase featuring multiple fixed shelves and carved pilasters.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved pilasters, Plinth base, Moulded cornice
  • SizeH 110 cm (43 in) x W 108 cm (43 in) x D 31 cm (12 in)

FAQs

Victorian bookcases often feature rich dark woods, classical architectural motifs, and sturdy proportions that reflect the industrial and craftsmanship advancements of the 19th century.

These pieces were typically constructed using solid hardwoods and veneers such as walnut or mahogany, employing traditional joinery like dovetails and mortise and tenon frames.

Authenticity is indicated by period-appropriate hand-cut joinery, timber shrinkage, natural patination, and the use of secondary woods consistent with 19th-century cabinetmaking.

Pairing historical wooden furniture with modern minimalist decor, neutral walls, and curated collections of books creates a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Maintain antique wooden furniture by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding extreme humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the finish.
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