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Pair of Burr Walnut & Inlaid Bedside Chests
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Pair of Burr Walnut & Inlaid Bedside Chests

1900 - 1920
Sold 19 March 2025 · John Howkins Antiques
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A superb pair of Edwardian burr walnut and inlaid bedside chests. The cross banded tops having inlaid stringing, canted corners and cross grain moulded edges. Below 4 graduated and cock beaded drawers with conforming burr walnut, inlaid stringing and cross banding and retaining the original quality brass swan neck handles and complete with working brass locks and 2 keys. The chests are raised on shaped bracket feet and are both in fine condition and ready for use as bedside chests or lamp tables or end tables. Dimensions:- Height…30.75''/ 78cm. Width…16.5''/42cm. Depth…20.25''/ 51.5cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £65.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
51.5cm (20.28")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated these Burr Walnut Bedside Chests to the 1900s.

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SA1122365
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24686
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A superb pair of Edwardian burr walnut and inlaid bedside chests. The cross banded tops having inlaid stringing, canted corners and cross grain moulded edges. Below 4 graduated and cock beaded drawers with conforming burr walnut, inlaid stringing and cross banding and retaining the original quality brass swan neck handles and complete with working brass locks and 2 keys.
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The chests are raised on shaped bracket feet and are both in fine condition and ready for use as bedside chests or lamp tables or end tables.
John Howkins Antiques

Dimensions:- Height…30.75''/ 78cm. Width…16.5''/42cm. Depth…20.25''/ 51.5cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £65.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
51.5cm (20.28")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated these Burr Walnut Bedside Chests to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1122365
Dealers Internal Ref
24686
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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Archive I A pair of matching narrow wooden bedside chests featuring figured burr walnut grain, string inlay, four drawers each, and brass swing handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Burr Walnut & Inlaid Bedside Chests

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A pair of matching narrow wooden bedside chests featuring figured burr walnut grain, string inlay, four drawers each, and brass swing handles.
Pair of Burr Walnut & Inlaid Bedside Chests
Ref: SA1122365
A pair of matching narrow wooden bedside chests featuring figured burr walnut grain, string inlay, four drawers each, and brass swing handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBedside Tables
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, String inlay banding, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 42 cm (17 in) x D 51.5 cm (20 in)

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Burr walnut refers to the figured wood grain obtained from a tree growth or burl, highly prized for its intricate, swirling patterns. It was extensively used during the 18th century and experienced a major revival in Victorian and Edwardian cabinet making.

These pieces typically utilise solid timber frames overlaid with fine veneers of burr walnut, often complemented by boxwood or ebony stringing inlay. Traditional joinery such as dovetail joints are standard for the drawer construction, paired with cast brass or ormolu hardware.

Authenticity is identified through examining the depth of the grain, hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional secondary timbers like oak or pine inside the drawers, and natural age-related patina, oxidation, and wear patterns.

Pairing dark, figured wood with minimalist contemporary decor creates a sophisticated contrast. They function effectively alongside neutral wall colours, modern lighting, and clean-lined upholstery to ground the space.

Preservation requires keeping the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the veneer from splitting or fading. Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth and occasional application of appropriate wax polish maintains the finish.
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