Magazine rack - Jugendstil -1890s - Teak
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Selected by Michel Karis
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Estimate € 160 - € 200
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This teak-wood newspaper and magazine rack dates from 1900–1910 and features hand-carved Jugendstil, or Art Nouveau, decoration.
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Jugendstil Hand-Carved Wooden Newspaper & Magazine Rack, ca. 1900
In excellent condition – No reserve.
Beautiful antique Jugendstil newspaper and magazine rack, dating from around 1900. This decorative piece is crafted from solid hardwood in a warm reddish-brown tone and features exceptionally detailed hand-carved geometric patterns, stylised floral motifs and striking symmetrical ornaments.
The beautifully sculpted front panel combines flowing curves with intricate rosettes, fan-shaped decorations and traditional geometric carving. The elegant openwork upper section, crowned by a distinctive circular motif, gives the rack a strong architectural character. The reverse bears a circular maker’s mark, adding further interest to this collectible piece.
The rack opens at the front to provide practical storage for newspapers, magazines and periodicals. Its rich colour and waxed, polished finish enhance the natural grain of the wood, making it both a functional accessory and a decorative focal point.
Historical context: Around 1900, the Jugendstil movement brought organic forms, stylised botanical motifs and carefully crafted ornamentation into European interior design. This newspaper rack reflects the period’s appreciation for decorative woodworking and the combination of everyday functionality with artistic craftsmanship. Its distinctive carved ornamentation makes it particularly appealing to collectors of Art Nouveau and early 20th-century decorative arts.
A characterful antique with high-end decorative appeal, ideal for a period interior, library or collector’s cabinet.
Details / Specifications
Object: Newspaper and magazine rack
Period: Approximately 1900 (around 125 years old)
Style: Jugendstil / Art Nouveau
Material: Solid hardwood, possibly tropical hardwood
Colour: Warm reddish-brown
Decoration: Intricate hand-carved geometric and floral motifs
Construction: Hinged front panel
Mark: Circular maker’s mark on the reverse
Dimensions: Approx. 32 x 40 x 8 cm (h x w x d)
Weight: Approx. 1.1 kg
Condition: In excellent vintage condition, with minor signs of age and use consistent with its age
Finish: Waxed and polished
An authentic-looking turn-of-the-century decorative piece with beautiful carving, strong visual character and practical appeal for collectors of Jugendstil and Art Nouveau design.
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Jugendstil Hand-Carved Wooden Newspaper & Magazine Rack, ca. 1900
In excellent condition – No reserve.
Beautiful antique Jugendstil newspaper and magazine rack, dating from around 1900. This decorative piece is crafted from solid hardwood in a warm reddish-brown tone and features exceptionally detailed hand-carved geometric patterns, stylised floral motifs and striking symmetrical ornaments.
The beautifully sculpted front panel combines flowing curves with intricate rosettes, fan-shaped decorations and traditional geometric carving. The elegant openwork upper section, crowned by a distinctive circular motif, gives the rack a strong architectural character. The reverse bears a circular maker’s mark, adding further interest to this collectible piece.
The rack opens at the front to provide practical storage for newspapers, magazines and periodicals. Its rich colour and waxed, polished finish enhance the natural grain of the wood, making it both a functional accessory and a decorative focal point.
Historical context: Around 1900, the Jugendstil movement brought organic forms, stylised botanical motifs and carefully crafted ornamentation into European interior design. This newspaper rack reflects the period’s appreciation for decorative woodworking and the combination of everyday functionality with artistic craftsmanship. Its distinctive carved ornamentation makes it particularly appealing to collectors of Art Nouveau and early 20th-century decorative arts.
A characterful antique with high-end decorative appeal, ideal for a period interior, library or collector’s cabinet.
Details / Specifications
Object: Newspaper and magazine rack
Period: Approximately 1900 (around 125 years old)
Style: Jugendstil / Art Nouveau
Material: Solid hardwood, possibly tropical hardwood
Colour: Warm reddish-brown
Decoration: Intricate hand-carved geometric and floral motifs
Construction: Hinged front panel
Mark: Circular maker’s mark on the reverse
Dimensions: Approx. 32 x 40 x 8 cm (h x w x d)
Weight: Approx. 1.1 kg
Condition: In excellent vintage condition, with minor signs of age and use consistent with its age
Finish: Waxed and polished
An authentic-looking turn-of-the-century decorative piece with beautiful carving, strong visual character and practical appeal for collectors of Jugendstil and Art Nouveau design.
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1.1 kg
Style subtype
Jugendstil
Wood type
Teak
Country of origin
Netherlands
Model
Jugendstil -1890s
Material
Wood
Style
Art Nouveau
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
32 cm
Width
40 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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