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Vintage European Primitive Hand Carved Book Shelf With Mortise and Tenon Joints

$4,200
£3,171.45
€3,654.75
CA$5,927.99
A$6,535.47
CHF 3,419.15
MX$80,178.06
NOK 43,040.28
SEK 40,249.47
DKK 27,293.79

About the Item

Vintage Primitive style hand carved wooden display shelf or bookcase. Origin unknown but likely European. Lovely organic bent supports with mortise and tenon joints and hand chiseled openings hold four varying size shelves. Dimensions: 67”H x 55”W x 22”D. Overall excellent vintage condition, some minor scratches to shelves. Some irregularities from the hand carving process which add to the charm and character of the piece.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 67 in (170.18 cm)Width: 56 in (142.24 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Primitive (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1960’s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Overall excellent vintage condition, some minor scratches to shelves. Some irregularities from the hand carving process which add to the charm and character of the piece.
  • Seller Location:
    Lutz, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10027245855292

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