{"product_id":"antique-victorian-fretwork-wall-shelf-with-painted-figure-c-1890s-1","title":"Antique Victorian Fretwork Wall Shelf with Painted Figure c.1890s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"366\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"408\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"408\"\u003eItem: Wall Shelf \/ Decorative Bracket\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"466\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"466\"\u003eStyle: Victorian fretwork with central painted figure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"531\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eMaterial: Wood with hand-cut fretwork and painted decoration\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eDesign: Features an oval panel hand-painted with a rustic male figure carrying a sack, late 19th–early 20th century folk art\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"732\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eDimensions: Approx. 37 cm tall (please confirm with measurement)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"794\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eFinish: Original varnish with age-related wear and patina\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"871\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eOrigin: Likely European (possibly German or Austrian Black Forest style)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eAge: Circa 1890–1910\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"921\"\u003eMini Story or Hook:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eThis piece blends the decorative appeal of Victorian fretwork with a hand-painted folk art figure. Likely a parlour accent or traveller’s souvenir, it showcases both craftsmanship and history. Despite a small loss to the upper fretwork, it remains a striking display piece full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eOverall condition: Fair to Good antique condition – see detailed notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eLoss to upper left fretwork section (as shown in photos).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003ePaint on central figure shows fine cracks and age wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eMinor surface wear and scratches to shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eStructurally sound, displays well despite damage.\u003cbr data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003e📸 The photos form part of the description – please examine closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e📦 Carefully packaged to protect fretwork and painted panel.\u003cbr data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eCombined postage available – contact for a revised invoice.\u003cbr data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003eInternational shipping available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eNeed to Know More?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eHave questions or need more photos? 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