SOLD Victorian Eastlake Walnut Bookcase, 1880s

This is a beautiful and highly detailed Victorian Eastlake walnut bookcase, dating from the late 19th century. With its strong geometric ornamentation, incised carving, and architectural balance, this piece is a textbook example of classic Eastlake design and craftsmanship.

Key Features:
• Solid walnut construction with a rich, aged patina
• Two large tombstone-shaped glass doors enclosing three fully adjustable shelves
• Shelves feature incised carved fronts that echo the exterior design
• Reeded vertical accents with applied geometric rosettes
• Scalloped trim and incised carved details flanking the doors
• Two large hand-cut dovetailed drawers with pin-and-cove construction
• Original walnut drawer knobs that operate smoothly
• Paneled sides with reeded detailing and sculpted borders
• Raised panel detailing below the crest on all three sides
• Center raised shield-style medallion with diamond cross-hatching, punch dots, and fine incised line work
• Classic Eastlake crest with balanced, stepped, and symmetrical lines
• Removable crest for easier transport or if your ceiling is not over 96”.

LOCKS:

Please note: this item has a key, but we do not guarantee locks, as the mechanisms can become unbalanced in the shipping process. It’s a good idea to plan to have them cleaned and serviced after delivery if having a functional locking mechanism is important to you.

Dimensions:
• Overall: 49.5” W x 18” D x 99” H (to top of crest)
• Height without removable crest: approx. 96”
• Interior: 42.5” W x 11.5” D (shelves are approximately 42” x 11”)

• Drawer interiors: 18” W x 12.5” D x 6” H

Condition Notes:
• Old original finish, worn and polished to a beautiful patina
• Normal nicks and dings consistent with age (140+ years old)
• Small crack in the bottom corner of one glass panel (not going anywhere, but we wanted to mention it)
• Left top hinge is missing its acorn finial
• Very minor crack in the top center case medallion (hard to see, but wanted to note).

Overall, this is a striking Eastlake bookcase with excellent proportions, strong decorative appeal, and outstanding craftsmanship. A perfect piece for a library, study, or formal room—and a wonderful example of Victorian design that has stood the test of time.

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Shipping starts at $485 for a driveway delivery in New England.
Deliveries outside New England will incur additional delivery charges, which will increase shipping charges, especially if you’re on the West Coast. PLEASE EMAIL US BEFORE BUYING THIS ITEM TO OBTAIN A QUOTE FOR ADDITIONAL SHIPPING CHARGES OUTSIDE NEW ENGLAND. Thank you!! ?