Bookcase - Walnut






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A walnut solid wood display bookshelf in Neoclassical/Empire architectural style from the 20th century, Italian origin, 170 cm wide, 256 cm high, 47 cm deep, with five open shelves and a solid base, in good used condition with small signs of age and stains.
Description from the seller
This imposing open bookcase is a piece of furniture of great prestige and visual impact, characterized by a design that imitates the classical architecture of temples. Its tall, formal structure makes it the ideal piece for a library, a study, or a living room that seeks monumental elegance.
Details of Style and Materials
Architectural Design: The bookcase is topped by a triangular pediment (tympanum), typical of classical orders, which gives 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 (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 enhances the deep grain (probably walnut). The great height (268.5 cm) and weight of 92.2 kg attest to its solid and monumental construction.
Visible Shelving: The interior is divided into five long open shelves with a solid base, perfect for displaying books, ancient volumes, or collectible objects. The lower base functions as a thick plinth.
Recommended Uses
Private Library: Ideal as a central element for antique or collectible volumes.
Studio or Executive Office: Adds prestige and authority to the environment.
Living Room: Can serve as a display showcase or as a sculptural frame for works of art.
Technical Data
Type: Open Bookcase, Display Furniture, Architectural Shelving
Materials: Solid Wood (dark/reddish finish), Classical Carvings
Style: Neoclassical, Empire, Architectural, Monumental
Seller's Story
This imposing open bookcase is a piece of furniture of great prestige and visual impact, characterized by a design that imitates the classical architecture of temples. Its tall, formal structure makes it the ideal piece for a library, a study, or a living room that seeks monumental elegance.
Details of Style and Materials
Architectural Design: The bookcase is topped by a triangular pediment (tympanum), typical of classical orders, which gives 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 (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 enhances the deep grain (probably walnut). The great height (268.5 cm) and weight of 92.2 kg attest to its solid and monumental construction.
Visible Shelving: The interior is divided into five long open shelves with a solid base, perfect for displaying books, ancient volumes, or collectible objects. The lower base functions as a thick plinth.
Recommended Uses
Private Library: Ideal as a central element for antique or collectible volumes.
Studio or Executive Office: Adds prestige and authority to the environment.
Living Room: Can serve as a display showcase or as a sculptural frame for works of art.
Technical Data
Type: Open Bookcase, Display Furniture, Architectural Shelving
Materials: Solid Wood (dark/reddish finish), Classical Carvings
Style: Neoclassical, Empire, Architectural, Monumental
