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A Victorian Walnut and Inlaid Small Cabinet
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A Victorian Walnut and Inlaid Small Cabinet

19th century
For Sale by Robert Dee
Description

A small Victorian Walnut and Inlaid Cabinet with a single inlaid door enclosing two glass shelves, sitting on a platform base and with an inlaid top it is in very good condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

Robert Dee has dated this Victorian Walnut Small Cabinet to the Victorian era.

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SA1127899
Description
A small Victorian Walnut and Inlaid Cabinet with a single inlaid door enclosing two glass shelves, sitting on a platform base and with an inlaid top it is in very good condition.
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Dee has dated this Victorian Walnut Small Cabinet to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1127899
Robert Dee
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022
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A Victorian walnut small cabinet featuring foliate marquetry inlay on the top and upper frame surrounding a single glazed door.
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Archive I A Victorian walnut small cabinet featuring foliate marquetry inlay on the top and upper frame surrounding a single glazed door.

A Victorian Walnut and Inlaid Small Cabinet

Archive II A Victorian walnut small cabinet featuring foliate marquetry inlay on the top and upper frame surrounding a single glazed door. View II
Archive III A Victorian walnut small cabinet featuring foliate marquetry inlay on the top and upper frame surrounding a single glazed door. View III
Archive IV A Victorian walnut small cabinet featuring foliate marquetry inlay on the top and upper frame surrounding a single glazed door. View IV
Archive V A Victorian walnut small cabinet featuring foliate marquetry inlay on the top and upper frame surrounding a single glazed door. View V
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Robert Dee
Telephone 07836 565242
Location
North Carlton
Nr Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN1 2RR
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/robertdee
Verified Since May 2022
Items For Sale 98
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Robert Dee
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Location: North Carlton, Nr Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 2RR, United Kingdom
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A Victorian walnut small cabinet featuring foliate marquetry inlay on the top and upper frame surrounding a single glazed door.
A Victorian Walnut and Inlaid Small Cabinet
Ref: SA1127899
A Victorian walnut small cabinet featuring foliate marquetry inlay on the top and upper frame surrounding a single glazed door.
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  • ObjectDisplay Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Glass, Wood Inlay
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsFoliate marquetry inlay, Glazed single door, Canted corners, Plinth base
  • SizeH 86 cm (34 in) x W 54 cm (21 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

This Victorian walnut small cabinet serves as a display piece for a gentleman's library or fireplace alcove. The rich brown timber showcases polished surfaces, canted corners, and a plinth base, accented by intricate foliate marquetry inlay in light-coloured wood on both the top and the upper frame. A single glazed door encloses the interior space with two glass shelves. Natural wood grain patterns run across the top panel, and the edges of the structure show precise mouldings around the viewing window. Practical dimensions of 86 cm high, 54 cm wide, and 36 cm deep allow the furniture to fit comfortably into compact spaces. A home today uses the cabinet to display small ornaments, books, or collections behind the protective glass pane. The traditional aesthetic complements period interiors while offering functional display storage in a living area or study.

FAQs

Victorian walnut cabinets from this era typically feature dense, rich figure walnut veneers enhanced with decorative marquetry or parquetry inlay. They often incorporate glazed single doors, canted corners, and plinth bases, designed for displaying collectibles or storing sheet music.

Craftsmen utilised solid hardwoods such as oak or mahogany for internal framing, overlaid with high-grade walnut veneers. Decorative panels were constructed using delicate wood marquetry, while doors featured hand-cut glass panels held by moulded wooden frames and fitted with brass locks.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut joinery, original locks, and natural oxidation on the underside and interior timber. The marquetry displays slight variations in grain and hand-finished craftsmanship, contrasting with uniform modern reproduction techniques.

A small Victorian cabinet functions as an accent piece in a hallway, reading corner, or alcove. Combining the dark timber with modern neutral wall tones, table lamps, or minimal ceramic vessels creates a balanced visual contrast.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent veneer movement and colour fading. Apply a natural beeswax polish periodically along the grain and clean glass surfaces with a microfibre cloth without contacting the surrounding timber.
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