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Large Fine Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury

19th century
Sold 17 March 2025 · London City Antiques
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Large fine quality antique Victorian burr walnut canterbury having six turned solid walnut finials to the top, burr walnut frieze with bobbin turned columns, three book sections to the centre, one burr walnut drawer to the frieze and standing on shaped turned solid walnut legs with original castors.

A very attractive example crafted to the highest standards, the colour and condition being superior.

H 60cm

W 62.5cm

D 42cm

Dated 1850

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury to the 1850s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
62.5cm (24.61")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1095179
Dealers Internal Reference
1530
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Large fine quality antique Victorian burr walnut canterbury having six turned solid walnut finials to the top, burr walnut frieze with bobbin turned columns, three book sections to the centre, one burr walnut drawer to the frieze and standing on shaped turned solid walnut legs with original castors.

A very attractive example crafted to the highest standards, the colour and condition being superior.

H 60cm

W 62.5cm

D 42cm

Dated 1850

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury to the 1850s.

Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
62.5cm (24.61")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1095179
Dealers Internal Ref
1530
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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An antique Victorian burr walnut canterbury featuring bobbin-turned spindles, divided partitions for media storage, a base drawer, and small brass castors.
Large Fine Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury
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An antique Victorian burr walnut canterbury featuring bobbin-turned spindles, divided partitions for media storage, a base drawer, and small brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCanterburys
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Hardwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBobbin turned spindles, Fitted base drawer, Open partitioned rack, Brass castors
  • SizeH 60 cm (24 in) x W 62.5 cm (25 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

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The canterbury originated in the late 18th century in England as a stand for sheet music and portfolios, later evolving during the Victorian era to hold periodicals and books.

These pieces are typically constructed from fine hardwoods like mahogany, walnut, or burr walnut veneers, featuring joined framework, turned spindles, and occasionally small under-tier drawers.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate timber figuring, hand-cut joinery, original brass castors, and natural oxidisation consistent with 19th-century manufacturing methods.

It functions practically as a magazine holder beside a sofa or as a decorative side table in a living room, adding texture and historical contrast to contemporary spaces.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent veneer fading, and applying occasional traditional wax polish to nourish the wood.
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