Furniture - Shelves, ca.1920 to 1950

Historical information

This set of homemade shelves are part of the crafted domestic decoration popular in the early-to-mid 20th century.

Significance

This decorative homemade wall shelf is typical of early 20th century room decoration.

Physical description

Display shelves; three narrow shelves on a decorative wood plaque. Plaque is is painted black and has had lacquer applied. Gold doves and plants have been painted onto the plaque.

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