Bookcase - Walnut

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A single-piece walnut wood display library in a Neoclassical/Empire architectural style from Italy, dating to 1950–1960, 256 cm high, 170 cm wide, 47 cm deep, in very good condition.

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Description from the seller

This imposing open bookcase is a prestigious and visually impactful piece of furniture, featuring a design that imitates classical temple architecture. Its tall, formal silhouette makes it ideal for a library, study, or drawing room seeking monumental elegance.

Details of Style and Materials

Architectural Design: The bookcase is crowned with a triangular pediment (timpano), typical of classical orders, giving it a majestic bearing and a strong identity.
Fluted Columns: The central open shelving is framed by two imposing fluted side columns (half-columns), with bases and capitals (stylized or with simple friezes) reinforcing the Neoclassical or Imperial aesthetic.
Wood and Fine Finish: Crafted in solid wood with a rich, dark reddish-brown finish that enhances the deep grain (likely walnut). Its great height (268.5 cm) and weight of 92.2 kg attest to its solid, monumental construction.
Visible Shelving: The interior is divided into five long open shelves with a solid base, perfect for displaying books, antique volumes, or collectibles. The lower base functions as a thick plinth.

Recommended Uses

Private Library: Ideal as a central element for antique or collectible volumes.
Office or Executive Studio: Adds prestige and authority to the space.
Living Room: Can serve as a display showcase or as a sculptural frame for art objects.
Technical Data

Type: Open-Style Bookcase, Display Furniture, Architectural Shelf
Materials: Solid Wood (dark reddish finish), Classical Carvings
Style: Neoclassical, Imperial, Architectural, Monumental

Seller's Story

Ridyamo is a project in the social and circular economy that brings together sustainability, beauty, and solidarity, to transform objects no longer in use into concrete help for Dynamo Camp ETS, which offers free Recreational Therapy programs to minors affected by serious or chronic illnesses, neurodevelopmental disorders, or disabilities. By collecting and selling second-hand items, RiDyamo also creates a positive impact on the community and the environment.
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This imposing open bookcase is a prestigious and visually impactful piece of furniture, featuring a design that imitates classical temple architecture. Its tall, formal silhouette makes it ideal for a library, study, or drawing room seeking monumental elegance.

Details of Style and Materials

Architectural Design: The bookcase is crowned with a triangular pediment (timpano), typical of classical orders, giving it a majestic bearing and a strong identity.
Fluted Columns: The central open shelving is framed by two imposing fluted side columns (half-columns), with bases and capitals (stylized or with simple friezes) reinforcing the Neoclassical or Imperial aesthetic.
Wood and Fine Finish: Crafted in solid wood with a rich, dark reddish-brown finish that enhances the deep grain (likely walnut). Its great height (268.5 cm) and weight of 92.2 kg attest to its solid, monumental construction.
Visible Shelving: The interior is divided into five long open shelves with a solid base, perfect for displaying books, antique volumes, or collectibles. The lower base functions as a thick plinth.

Recommended Uses

Private Library: Ideal as a central element for antique or collectible volumes.
Office or Executive Studio: Adds prestige and authority to the space.
Living Room: Can serve as a display showcase or as a sculptural frame for art objects.
Technical Data

Type: Open-Style Bookcase, Display Furniture, Architectural Shelf
Materials: Solid Wood (dark reddish finish), Classical Carvings
Style: Neoclassical, Imperial, Architectural, Monumental

Seller's Story

Ridyamo is a project in the social and circular economy that brings together sustainability, beauty, and solidarity, to transform objects no longer in use into concrete help for Dynamo Camp ETS, which offers free Recreational Therapy programs to minors affected by serious or chronic illnesses, neurodevelopmental disorders, or disabilities. By collecting and selling second-hand items, RiDyamo also creates a positive impact on the community and the environment.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
92 g
Wood type
Walnut
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Wood
Style
Antique inspired
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
256 cm
Width
170 cm
Depth
47 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
Can Be Locked
No
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