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Antique Drawing Room Credenza, English, Walnut, Display Cabinet, Victorian, 1850
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Antique Drawing Room Credenza, English, Walnut, Display Cabinet, Victorian, 1850

19th century
Sold 24 November 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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Description

This is an antique drawing room credenza. An English, ebonised walnut and glass display cabinet, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Mid-19th century decadence, with an exquisite appearance throughout

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Ebonised frame presents deep tonality, with fine grain interest to the quality walnut inlay

Demi-lune breakfront profile, with an arrangement of large central cupboard with outer cabinets

Beautifully adorned central door with painted figural medallion in vibrant colours

Gilt ormolu beading, flowing sash motif and wreathed wheatsheaf decor adds further interest

Dressed with a gilt finished drop handle over shaped lock escutcheon — key absent

Door opens to reveal a generous cupboard with shelf to centre over a velvet lined base

Original bowed corner glass a treat of clarity and spectacle

Each door replete with inset brass-lined locks – two keys present

Pairs of corner shelves ideal for displaying small ornaments

The whole raised upon a quartet of circular feet

This is a striking antique drawing room credenza, with sumptuous ebonised hues and delightful walnut marquetry accentuating the fine cabinetry. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 138cm (54.25'')

Max Depth: 44cm (17.25'')

Max Height: 106.5cm (42'')

Centre Cabinet:

Shelf Width: 61cm (24'')

Shelf Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'')

Upper Shelf Height: 48cm (19'')

Lower Shelf Height: 40cm (15.75'')

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Physical Dimensions
Height
106.5cm (41.93")
Width
138cm (54.33")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Credenza to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1015991
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9106
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Description
This is an antique drawing room credenza.
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An English, ebonised walnut and glass display cabinet, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.
London Fine Antiques

Mid-19th century decadence, with an exquisite appearance throughout

fig 1. An antique Victorian walnut credenza featuring curved glass side cabinets, a central panel door with a painted ceramic plaque, and intricate marquetry inlay throughout.
fig 1. Antique Drawing Room Credenza, English, Walnut, Display Cabinet, Victorian, 1850

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Ebonised frame presents deep tonality, with fine grain interest to the quality walnut inlay

Demi-lune breakfront profile, with an arrangement of large central cupboard with outer cabinets

fig 2. An antique Victorian walnut credenza featuring curved glass side cabinets, a central panel door with a painted ceramic plaque, and intricate marquetry inlay throughout.
fig 2. Antique Drawing Room Credenza, English, Walnut, Display Cabinet, Victorian, 1850

Beautifully adorned central door with painted figural medallion in vibrant colours

Gilt ormolu beading, flowing sash motif and wreathed wheatsheaf decor adds further interest

Dressed with a gilt finished drop handle over shaped lock escutcheon — key absent

fig 3. An antique Victorian walnut credenza featuring curved glass side cabinets, a central panel door with a painted ceramic plaque, and intricate marquetry inlay throughout.
fig 3. Antique Drawing Room Credenza, English, Walnut, Display Cabinet, Victorian, 1850

Door opens to reveal a generous cupboard with shelf to centre over a velvet lined base

Original bowed corner glass a treat of clarity and spectacle

Each door replete with inset brass-lined locks – two keys present

fig 4. An antique Victorian walnut credenza featuring curved glass side cabinets, a central panel door with a painted ceramic plaque, and intricate marquetry inlay throughout.
fig 4. Antique Drawing Room Credenza, English, Walnut, Display Cabinet, Victorian, 1850

Pairs of corner shelves ideal for displaying small ornaments

The whole raised upon a quartet of circular feet

This is a striking antique drawing room credenza, with sumptuous ebonised hues and delightful walnut marquetry accentuating the fine cabinetry. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

fig 5. An antique Victorian walnut credenza featuring curved glass side cabinets, a central panel door with a painted ceramic plaque, and intricate marquetry inlay throughout.
fig 5. Antique Drawing Room Credenza, English, Walnut, Display Cabinet, Victorian, 1850

Dimensions:

Max Width: 138cm (54.25'')

Max Depth: 44cm (17.25'')

Max Height: 106.5cm (42'')

Centre Cabinet:

Shelf Width: 61cm (24'')

Shelf Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'')

Upper Shelf Height: 48cm (19'')

Lower Shelf Height: 40cm (15.75'')

fig 6. An antique Victorian walnut credenza featuring curved glass side cabinets, a central panel door with a painted ceramic plaque, and intricate marquetry inlay throughout.
fig 6. Antique Drawing Room Credenza, English, Walnut, Display Cabinet, Victorian, 1850

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Height
106.5cm (41.93")
Width
138cm (54.33")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Credenza to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1015991
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9106
London Fine Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

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An antique Victorian walnut credenza featuring curved glass side cabinets, a central panel door with a painted ceramic plaque, and intricate marquetry inlay throughout.
Antique Drawing Room Credenza, English, Walnut, Display Cabinet, Victorian, 1850
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCredenzas & Sideboards
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Glass, Ceramic, Gilt-bronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCurved glass panels, Marquetry inlay, Central ceramic plaque, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 106.5 cm (42 in) x W 138 cm (54 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

FAQs

Maintain antique walnut by keeping it out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources to prevent wood splitting, and clean it periodically using a soft, dry cloth without harsh chemical polishes.

A Victorian credenza can anchor a contemporary living space by serving as a striking focal point, paired with minimalist contemporary art and sleek lighting to balance its ornate historical detailing.

Authenticity is identified through period-correct construction methods, including hand-cut dovetails, older secondary woods in the interior, traditional shellac polish or french polish finishes, and natural aging of the wood and hardware.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid timber carcases overlaid with figured wood veneers such as walnut, burr walnut, or rosewood, frequently enhanced by intricate marquetry, brass stringing, and hand-carved details.

The credenza evolved during the Victorian era from a simple side table into an elaborate cabinet used in drawing rooms for serving food and displaying decorative arts, often featuring fine veneers and gilt-bronze mounts.
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