Unknown Mid 1930s Cottagecore Style Bookcase Original Hand Painted Artwork

(Pics include before photos). A gorgeous mid 1930s bookcase. Hand-painted with my original wisteria artwork to both side pieces. It was also missing a little ‘foot’, so I crafted another, and now it’s complete :-).

Revealing the wood grain on this piece after removing the old finish, was just delightful – hence letting it shine.

Inspiration for artwork: I always stop and admire wisteria when it’s in bloom – glorious! Asides from actual wisteria, this piece was inspired by a vintage Laura Ashley dress. It wasn’t so much the colour or print, but more the style and vibe – puffed shoulder / sleeve, with a rural feel. So in my head, I saw the cut out section on the backpiece of the bookcase as the ‘neck’, and the curved top sections of each side piece as ‘shoulders and sleeves’ (represented by the leaves and wisteria). So, the whole piece is an abstract dress.

Whole piece was gently cleaned inside and out – old finish removed – artwork added – wood sealed and waxed – artwork also sealed and waxed.

I have also added just a touch of violet to the corner of each shelf edge, for continuity and a ‘pop’ from the front.

H: 42 inches (107cm)

W: 18 inches (46cm)

D: 6.5 inches (17cm)

I hope you enjoy viewing, and thank you so much for visiting ♥️

Condition report:

Good