Corner Shelf, Art Nouveau, dark brown walnut, Poland, 1920s
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 1970
This folding corner shelf in the Art Nouveau style, crafted in Poland circa 1920, exemplifies the artisanal woodworking of the early twentieth century. Made from stained walnut wood in a deep, warm brown with a subtle reddish undertone, the shelf features a semi-gloss finish that enhances the natural grain and a fine, smooth surface texture. Hand-carved floral and foliate motifs—flowing, organic lines and stylized curves—adorn the symmetrical form, with a pronounced decorative crest and scalloped, contoured edges characteristic of the Secession era. The construction is robust, showcasing visible, carefully executed joinery. With compact proportions (height 42 cm, width 24 cm, depth 23 cm), the shelf is designed for displaying small decorative objects and is intended for wall mounting in a corner. It remains in excellent, well-preserved condition, showing no signs of repairs or restoration, only a gentle, natural patina commensurate with its age. This petite shelf speaks in the voice of an era that cherished organic grace and decorative detail in everyday objects. Its Art Nouveau lines and botanical carvings recall a time when nature was welcomed into interiors through applied arts. The walnut’s warmth, the fluid shapes, and the rhythmic carvings evoke homes where every detail mattered—where even a modest shelf became a small canvas for artistry, a place for tokens, memories, and daily rituals. The shelf could serve as an accent in classic, vintage, or eclectic interiors. Combined with gilded mirrors, porcelain, or small figurines, it would highlight its ornamental qualities. It would work well in a living room—mounted in a corner above a coffee table—or in a
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Height42 cm
Depth23 cm
Width24 cm
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Width24 cm
Height42 cm
Depth23 cm
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