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Victorian Burr Walnut Breakfront Wardrobe
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Victorian Burr Walnut Breakfront Wardrobe

19th century
Sold 28 September 2024 · Ruby Antiques
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Victorian Burr Walnut Wardrobe in good original condition beautiful mellow colour mirror door to the centre original mirror some minor foxing. The end's are all hanging with pull out top rails drawer at bottom on each side. Centre section has three drawers to bottom half with four linnen slides to the top half. The wardrobe breaks down into five parts making it easy to move. The measurements are 82 inches high x 86 inches wide x 26.5 deep. Any questions please phone 07733 264767.

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Height
208cm (81.89")
Width
218.5cm (86.02")
Depth
67.3cm (26.50")
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Ruby Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Wardrobe to the Victorian era.

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SA1053082
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Description
Victorian Burr Walnut Wardrobe in good original condition beautiful mellow colour mirror door to the centre original mirror some minor foxing. The end's are all hanging with pull out top rails drawer at bottom on each side. Centre section has three drawers to bottom half with four linnen slides to the top half. The wardrobe breaks down into five parts making it easy to move. The measurements are 82 inches high x 86 inches wide x 26.5 deep. Any questions please phone 07733 264767.
Height
208cm (81.89")
Width
218.5cm (86.02")
Depth
67.3cm (26.50")
Date of Manufacture

Ruby Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Wardrobe to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1053082
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A large Victorian breakfront wardrobe featuring heavily figured burr walnut veneer, a central mirrored door, and panelled side doors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A large Victorian breakfront wardrobe featuring heavily figured burr walnut veneer, a central mirrored door, and panelled side doors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Burr Walnut Breakfront Wardrobe

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Ruby Antiques

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Telephone 07733 264 767
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Dawes Farm
Taunton Road
Bridgewater
Somerset
TA6 6PS
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rubyantiques
Verified Since Apr 2021
Items For Sale 53
Items Sold 205
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A large Victorian breakfront wardrobe featuring heavily figured burr walnut veneer, a central mirrored door, and panelled side doors.
Victorian Burr Walnut Breakfront Wardrobe
Ref: SA1053082
A large Victorian breakfront wardrobe featuring heavily figured burr walnut veneer, a central mirrored door, and panelled side doors.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWardrobes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Oak, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBreakfront silhouette, Figured burr walnut veneer, Central mirrored door, Panelled moulding
  • SizeH 208 cm (82 in) x W 218.5 cm (86 in) x D 67.3 cm (26 in)

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Burr walnut became exceptionally popular during the Victorian era due to advancements in veneer-cutting techniques, which allowed cabinet makers to showcase the intricate, swirling grain patterns of the walnut burl.

These pieces were typically constructed using a supportive secondary softwood or hardwood carcass, entirely encased in highly figured burr walnut veneers, and often featured brass hardware and mirrored glass panels.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints in internal drawers, traditional beeswax finishes, asymmetrical natural grain patterns in the veneer, and historical construction methods such as panelled backs.

A substantial wooden armoire works effectively as a statement piece in a contemporary bedroom or hallway, contrasting clean modern lines with rich texture and historical depth.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent veneer cracking, and clean the surface periodically using a soft, dry cloth and high-quality beeswax.
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