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Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Chess Table
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Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Chess Table

19th century
Sold 13 April 2025 · London City Antiques
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Antique Victorian quality burr walnut chess table having a quality burr walnut shaped swizzle top with 2 drop leaves, inlaid chess board and two drawers supported by an elegant turned shaped carved pedestal column standing on three shaped carved cabriole legs with scroll feet

A charming table of desirable proportions making it also an excellent lamp or side table

Dimensions:

Height 65.5 cm (25.79 in)

Width 50 cm (19.68 in)

Depth 15.5 cm (6.10 in)

Open 58.5 cm (23.01 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Chess Table to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
65.5cm (25.79")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1120615
Dealers Internal Reference
2253
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Description
Antique Victorian quality burr walnut chess table having a quality burr walnut shaped swizzle top with 2 drop leaves, inlaid chess board and two drawers supported by an elegant turned shaped carved pedestal column standing on three shaped carved cabriole legs with scroll feet
fig 1. An antique Victorian burr walnut chess table with a drop-leaf top, inlaid marquetry chessboard, carved pedestal stem, and tripod cabriole legs.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Chess Table

A charming table of desirable proportions making it also an excellent lamp or side table

Dimensions:

Height 65.5 cm (25.79 in)

Width 50 cm (19.68 in)

Depth 15.5 cm (6.10 in)

Open 58.5 cm (23.01 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Chess Table to the 1860s.

Height
65.5cm (25.79")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1120615
Dealers Internal Ref
2253
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 chess table with a drop-leaf top, inlaid marquetry chessboard, carved pedestal stem, and tripod cabriole legs.
Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Chess Table
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An antique Victorian burr walnut chess table with a drop-leaf top, inlaid marquetry chessboard, carved pedestal stem, and tripod cabriole legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr walnut, walnut, fruitwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsInlaid chessboard top, Drop-leaf flaps, Carved pedestal base, Tripod cabriole legs
  • SizeH 65.5 cm (26 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 15.5 cm (6 in)

FAQs

A Victorian games table is a specialised piece of multifunctional furniture designed for leisure activities such as chess, draughts, or card games, typically featuring folding tops or specialised compartments popularised during the 19th century.

These tables frequently utilise rich cabinet timbers such as burr walnut, rosewood, and mahogany, often enhanced with contrasting wood veneers, boxwood stringing, and marquetry or parquetry inlay for the playing surfaces.

Authentication involves examining construction methods such as hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage patterns, traditional French polish finishes, and period-appropriate hardware and carving details rather than modern fasteners.

A vintage games table functions effectively as an occasional table in a living room or study, allowing it to serve both as a functional surface and as a historic focal point when paired with minimalist or classic seating.

Maintenance requires keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer lifting, applying high-quality microcrystalline wax periodically, and dusting with a soft, dry cloth.
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