Wall shelf unit - Wood

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Paula Martin-Calero Toro
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Selected by Paula Martin-Calero Toro

Holds a degree in art history; over six years cataloguing and appraising antiques.

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A wall shelf dating from around 1900, made of wood, in the Antique Luigi Filippo style.

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Wall-mounted small shelf / small newsstand
– Late 19th century (late 1800s)
– Wood with a carved frame and raised panel

Delightful and elegant wall shelf from the late 19th century, an authentic historic piece of furniture, crafted in wood with decorative craftsmanship of notable quality and taste.
The ensemble recalls the typology of small indoor shrines, widespread from the late 19th century to the very early 20th, designed to adorn corridors and main rooms, sometimes used as a surface for small objects, trinkets, or devotional elements.
The piece is adorned with a rich upper section featuring carvings and volutes in a late nineteenth-century style, with phytomorphic motifs that evoke acanthus leaves, an ornamental element typical of the era. The structure is completed by a beautiful inner panel with a pronounced grain/veining, showing the natural pattern of the wood, very dramatic and refined, which lends depth and visual warmth.
The shelf appears harmonious and well-proportioned, with a small central shelf and a lower compartment underneath, perfect for:
• highlight a wall in the entryway or hallway
• furnish a living room or a reading room with character
• Create a decorative corner in a classic or eclectic interior

From a collecting standpoint, it is a very interesting object because it combines functionality and decoration, maintaining a sober yet impactful elegance typical of late-19th-century furnishings.

End of the 19th century (late 1800s)

Wood with carved detailing and a veined/rooted panel.

Good overall condition, with normal signs of wear consistent with age. Authentic patina and original charm well preserved.

Measures
Height: 55 cm
Width: 41 cm
• Depth: 15 cm

A decorative object with an antique feel, perfect for those who love period details and want to add to their home an authentic, elegant element rich in atmosphere.

Proper packaging and trackable shipping throughout Europe.

Seller's Story

900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to light, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the careful search for objects of bygone times, selected with care for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment does not stop at simple discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing years can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of the great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every piece of furniture we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. Choosing 900VINTAGE means not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your environment with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, one of time, travel, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for objects from times gone by, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond simple discovery: we carefully restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furnishing accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of giving spaces a touch of personality and originality. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history, a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, each object tells a story—of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of a bygone era. We dedicate ourselves to meticulous research of vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old trunk that belonged to a grandmother, witness to generations, or a chest that sailed the oceans during great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furniture accessory we offer is unique, full of history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just adopting an object but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your space with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story: a story of time, travel, and memories. Our passion is to revive forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has crossed oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Each decor accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you don't just bring home an object, but a piece of history—an element that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
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Wall-mounted small shelf / small newsstand
– Late 19th century (late 1800s)
– Wood with a carved frame and raised panel

Delightful and elegant wall shelf from the late 19th century, an authentic historic piece of furniture, crafted in wood with decorative craftsmanship of notable quality and taste.
The ensemble recalls the typology of small indoor shrines, widespread from the late 19th century to the very early 20th, designed to adorn corridors and main rooms, sometimes used as a surface for small objects, trinkets, or devotional elements.
The piece is adorned with a rich upper section featuring carvings and volutes in a late nineteenth-century style, with phytomorphic motifs that evoke acanthus leaves, an ornamental element typical of the era. The structure is completed by a beautiful inner panel with a pronounced grain/veining, showing the natural pattern of the wood, very dramatic and refined, which lends depth and visual warmth.
The shelf appears harmonious and well-proportioned, with a small central shelf and a lower compartment underneath, perfect for:
• highlight a wall in the entryway or hallway
• furnish a living room or a reading room with character
• Create a decorative corner in a classic or eclectic interior

From a collecting standpoint, it is a very interesting object because it combines functionality and decoration, maintaining a sober yet impactful elegance typical of late-19th-century furnishings.

End of the 19th century (late 1800s)

Wood with carved detailing and a veined/rooted panel.

Good overall condition, with normal signs of wear consistent with age. Authentic patina and original charm well preserved.

Measures
Height: 55 cm
Width: 41 cm
• Depth: 15 cm

A decorative object with an antique feel, perfect for those who love period details and want to add to their home an authentic, elegant element rich in atmosphere.

Proper packaging and trackable shipping throughout Europe.

Seller's Story

900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to light, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the careful search for objects of bygone times, selected with care for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment does not stop at simple discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing years can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of the great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every piece of furniture we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. Choosing 900VINTAGE means not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your environment with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, one of time, travel, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for objects from times gone by, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond simple discovery: we carefully restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furnishing accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of giving spaces a touch of personality and originality. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history, a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, each object tells a story—of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of a bygone era. We dedicate ourselves to meticulous research of vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old trunk that belonged to a grandmother, witness to generations, or a chest that sailed the oceans during great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furniture accessory we offer is unique, full of history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just adopting an object but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your space with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story: a story of time, travel, and memories. Our passion is to revive forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has crossed oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Each decor accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you don't just bring home an object, but a piece of history—an element that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Louis Philippe Style
Over 200 years old
No
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
55 cm
Width
41 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated period
Circa 1900
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Objects sold
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