Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Hand Carved Antique Wood Wall Shelf

Okay, I need your help with this one--what are your thoughts on the age and origin of this rustic, carved, wood shelf?
Hand Carved Antique Wood Wall Shelf
So, let me tell you a little bit about it first. I bought it at a thrift store and we added the thin wood back to it. It appears very primitively made and is assembled with nails that are rusty. I can't tell if they are square nails.
Hand Carved Antique Wood Wall Shelf
The carvings across the top look like they are from the Pennsylvania Dutch country. But, they also can be from India. When I do a visual search nothing comes up. Typically, if a piece is from World Market or Pier One, it will come up when searching which leads me to believe that it is not a mass produced item.
Hand Carved Antique Wood Wall Shelf
The paint and wood color is original--there is a greyish color under the blue and the paint appears to be milk paint. I did shine the shelf up with salve, but the paint was more matte before I conditioned it.
Hand Carved Antique Wood Wall Shelf
This picture shows the bottom shelf which shows age. It also shows the greyish color that is under the blue. (Plus I am sharing a cute, hand-painted, pottery trinket dish I thrifted.) I do think this bottom shelf did originally have a carved wood strip across the front of it like the other shelves do.
Hand Carved Antique Wood Wall Shelf
I would love to here your thoughts, but at any rate, I really do love this shelf. It adds interest, warmth, and color to a wall and is a great place to display personal trinkets and curated and quirky items that you love.
Hand Carved Antique Wood Wall Shelf
Also, an aside--while trends come and go and I absolutely think you should style your home with items you love, a 2025 trend is more color!! Earthy tones and rich jewel colors are hot and ALL white is OUT (too cold and yawn inducing)! But, you do you, just remember to use items and colors that make you smile and that help your home to feel welcoming and cozy.

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