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Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Breakfront Wardrobe and Matching Bedside Cabinet
Wessex Antique Bedsteads
for sale €1,866     $2,026
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Wessex Antique Bedsteads

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Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Breakfront Wardrobe and Matching Bedside Cabinet

19th century
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Fine Quality Victorian inlaid rosewood fully fitted breakfront wardrobe in the manner of “Edwards and Roberts” comprising central section of four long drawers, mirror back recess and two door cupboard above flanked by full length mirrored doors to reveal full length hanging sections to either side.

With a matching bedside cabinet.

Measurements: Wardrobe: H: 92 1/2" - D: 22 1/4" - W: 80" (in cm below)

Measurements: Bedside: H: 23 1/2" – D: 12 1/4" - W: 16 1/2"

Please note that the price includes cleaning and waxing prior to delivery.

Physical Dimensions
Height
235cm (92.52")
Width
203cm (79.92")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Wessex Antique Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Rosewood Inlaid Wardrobe to the Victorian era.

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SA1149261
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17774
Description
Fine Quality Victorian inlaid rosewood fully fitted breakfront wardrobe in the manner of “Edwards and Roberts” comprising central section of four long drawers, mirror back recess and two door cupboard above flanked by full length mirrored doors to reveal full length hanging sections to either side.
fig 1. A Victorian rosewood breakfront wardrobe featuring intricate marquetry inlay, central chest of drawers, mirrored side doors, and a matching small bedside cabinet.
fig 1. Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Breakfront Wardrobe and Matching Bedside Cabinet

With a matching bedside cabinet.

Measurements: Wardrobe: H: 92 1/2" - D: 22 1/4" - W: 80" (in cm below)

Measurements: Bedside: H: 23 1/2" – D: 12 1/4" - W: 16 1/2"

Please note that the price includes cleaning and waxing prior to delivery.

Height
235cm (92.52")
Width
203cm (79.92")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Wessex Antique Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Rosewood Inlaid Wardrobe to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1149261
Dealers Internal Ref
17774
Wessex Antique Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2017
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Archive I A Victorian rosewood breakfront wardrobe featuring intricate marquetry inlay, central chest of drawers, mirrored side doors, and a matching small bedside cabinet.

Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Breakfront Wardrobe and Matching Bedside Cabinet

Archive II A Victorian rosewood breakfront wardrobe featuring intricate marquetry inlay, central chest of drawers, mirrored side doors, and a matching small bedside cabinet. View II
Archive III A Victorian rosewood breakfront wardrobe featuring intricate marquetry inlay, central chest of drawers, mirrored side doors, and a matching small bedside cabinet. View III
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Wessex Antique Bedsteads
Telephone 01935 829147
Location
The Old Glove Works
Percombe
Stoke Sub Hamdon
Somerset
TA14 6RD
United Kingdom
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Location: The Old Glove Works, Percombe, Stoke Sub Hamdon, Somerset, TA14 6RD, United Kingdom
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A Victorian rosewood breakfront wardrobe featuring intricate marquetry inlay, central chest of drawers, mirrored side doors, and a matching small bedside cabinet.
Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Breakfront Wardrobe and Matching Bedside Cabinet
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A Victorian rosewood breakfront wardrobe featuring intricate marquetry inlay, central chest of drawers, mirrored side doors, and a matching small bedside cabinet.
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A Victorian breakfront wardrobe is a large piece of bedroom storage furniture featuring a central section that projects forward beyond the flanking side wings. Popularised during the 19th century, these designs often integrated hanging space, drawers, mirrors, and decorative marquetry inlay.

Victorian cabinetmakers frequently used dense hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, and walnut for the primary structure. Decorative surfaces often incorporated floral or classical marquetry inlays made from contrasting timbers like satinwood or boxwood, alongside silvered glass mirrors and brass fittings.

Authentic pieces generally display hand-cut dovetail jointing on internal drawers, original hand-cast brass hardware, and heavy solid wood frame construction. The timber exhibits rich grain patterns characteristic of genuine rosewood, often accompanied by hand-cut veneer work and period glass with subtle imperfections.

A substantial Victorian wardrobe serves as a focal point in a spacious master bedroom, dressing room, or large hallway. Pairing dark timber and intricate inlay with neutral wall paint and simple contemporary textiles helps balance the elaborate historical ornamentation.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, lint-free microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year following the grain. Keep the item away from direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and fluctuating humidity to prevent wood warping, veneer lifting, or finish fading.
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