Bookcase - Walnut

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A single freestanding bookcase in solid walnut wood from Italy, dating to 1950–1960, in neoclassical/imperial architectural style, 256 cm high, 170 cm wide and 47 cm deep, featuring a triangular tympanum and fluted side columns.

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Description from the seller

This imposing open-shelf bookcase is a piece of great prestige and visual impact, characterized by a design that imitates the classical architecture of temples. Its tall, formal silhouette makes it the ideal piece for a library, study, or living room seeking monumental elegance.

Style and Material Details

Architectural Design: The bookcase is crowned by a triangular pediment (timpano), typical of classical orders, giving it a majestic bearing and a strong identity.
Colonnade: The central open shelving is framed by two imposing fluted side columns (half-columns), with bases and capitals (in this case stylized or with simple friezes) that reinforce the Neoclassical or Empire aesthetic.
Wood and Fine Finish: Made of solid wood with a rich, dark reddish-brown finish that highlights the deep grain (probably walnut). The 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 collectible objects. The lower base serves as a thick plinth.

Recommended Uses

Private Library: Ideal as a central element for ancient or collectible volumes.
Study or Executive Office: Adds prestige and authority to the environment.
Living Room: Can serve as a showroom display or a sculptural frame for works of art.

Technical Data

Type: Open-Shelf Bookcase, Display Furniture, Architectural Shelving
Materials: Solid Wood (dark/reddish finish), Classic Carving
Style: Neoclassical, Empire, 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-shelf bookcase is a piece of great prestige and visual impact, characterized by a design that imitates the classical architecture of temples. Its tall, formal silhouette makes it the ideal piece for a library, study, or living room seeking monumental elegance.

Style and Material Details

Architectural Design: The bookcase is crowned by a triangular pediment (timpano), typical of classical orders, giving it a majestic bearing and a strong identity.
Colonnade: The central open shelving is framed by two imposing fluted side columns (half-columns), with bases and capitals (in this case stylized or with simple friezes) that reinforce the Neoclassical or Empire aesthetic.
Wood and Fine Finish: Made of solid wood with a rich, dark reddish-brown finish that highlights the deep grain (probably walnut). The 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 collectible objects. The lower base serves as a thick plinth.

Recommended Uses

Private Library: Ideal as a central element for ancient or collectible volumes.
Study or Executive Office: Adds prestige and authority to the environment.
Living Room: Can serve as a showroom display or a sculptural frame for works of art.

Technical Data

Type: Open-Shelf Bookcase, Display Furniture, Architectural Shelving
Materials: Solid Wood (dark/reddish finish), Classic Carving
Style: Neoclassical, Empire, 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
Sold by
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Objects sold
91.67%
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