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A Victorian Burr Walnut Three Door Breakfront Bookcase
Country Homes Antiques Stirling
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A Victorian Burr Walnut Three Door Breakfront Bookcase

19th century
Description

A good Victorian burr walnut three door breakfront bookcase with satinwood marquetry inlay. Book matched burr walnut top. Complete with key. (fixed shelfs)

Physical Dimensions
Height
101cm (39.76")
Width
142.4cm (56.06")
Depth
30.5cm (12.01")
Declaration

Country Homes Antiques Stirling has dated this Burr Walnut Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1021437
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500 pieces of quality antique furniture at Country Homes Antiques Stirling Scotland. View website. Trade welcome

Plus BenView garden centre authentic general antiques shop, carrying around 400 select and rare antique items. Selected by Andrew Christie former Fine Arts Auctioneer.

Description
A good Victorian burr walnut three door breakfront bookcase with satinwood marquetry inlay. Book matched burr walnut top. Complete with key. (fixed shelfs)
Height
101cm (39.76")
Width
142.4cm (56.06")
Depth
30.5cm (12.01")
Date of Manufacture

Country Homes Antiques Stirling has dated this Burr Walnut Breakfront Bookcase to the Victorian era.

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SA1021437
Country Homes Antiques Stirling
Country Homes Antiques Stirling
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2016

Fine period furniturnishings-timeless design

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A low Victorian burr walnut breakfront bookcase featuring three glazed doors with floral marquetry inlays and decorative metal escutcheons.
A Victorian burr walnut three door breakfront bookcase
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A low Victorian burr walnut breakfront bookcase featuring three glazed doors with floral marquetry inlays and decorative metal escutcheons.
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A Victorian burr walnut breakfront bookcase is defined by its central section projecting forward beyond the side bays, constructed using figure-rich burr walnut veneers. These pieces typically feature glazed doors, floral marquetry inlays, and low proportions suited for display and book storage.

Cabinetmakers used solid timber frames veneered with decorative woods such as burr walnut or mahogany, often embellished with marquetry or brass mountings. Glazed doors held glass panes within moulded timber frames, resting on solid plinth bases.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut joinery, original brass escutcheons, natural shrinkage marks in wood veneers, and age-consistent wear to internal shelves and backboards. The burr walnut grain pattern displays complex, natural swirls unique to tree root slices.

Position the cabinet against a neutral feature wall to highlight the rich timber tones and marquetry. The flat top surface functions as a display ledge for modern ceramics, framed artwork, or table lamps to contrast modern and historic textures.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply high-grade beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the wood moisture. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent veneer drying, lifting, or fading.
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