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Unusual Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Whatnots
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Unusual Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Whatnots

19th century
Sold 23 August 2025 · London City Antiques
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Unusual pair of antique Victorian quality burr walnut whatnots having carved gallery tops above 3 quality burr walnut display shelves with a thumb moulded edge supported by elegant turned walnut columns standing on turned feet with original brass cup castors.

A superb pair boasting an outstanding colour and beautiful craftsmanship.

Dimensions:

Height 97.5 cm (38.38 in)

Width 81 cm (31.89 in)

Depth 40 cm (15.75 in)

Height to top shelf 88 cm (34.64 in)

Shelf height 34.5 cm (13.58 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
97.5cm (38.39")
Width
81cm (31.89")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Reference Numbers
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SA1152384
Dealers Internal Reference
2784
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Unusual pair of antique Victorian quality burr walnut whatnots having carved gallery tops above 3 quality burr walnut display shelves with a thumb moulded edge supported by elegant turned walnut columns standing on turned feet with original brass cup castors.
fig 1. A pair of tiered Victorian burr walnut whatnots featuring shaped shelves, carved fretwork galleries, turned supports, and castor wheels.
fig 1. Unusual Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Whatnots

A superb pair boasting an outstanding colour and beautiful craftsmanship.

Dimensions:

Height 97.5 cm (38.38 in)

Width 81 cm (31.89 in)

Depth 40 cm (15.75 in)

Height to top shelf 88 cm (34.64 in)

Shelf height 34.5 cm (13.58 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
97.5cm (38.39")
Width
81cm (31.89")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1152384
Dealers Internal Ref
2784
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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A pair of tiered Victorian burr walnut whatnots featuring shaped shelves, carved fretwork galleries, turned supports, and castor wheels.
Unusual Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Whatnots
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A pair of tiered Victorian burr walnut whatnots featuring shaped shelves, carved fretwork galleries, turned supports, and castor wheels.
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  • ObjectWhatnots
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut, Pine
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFretwork galleries, Turned pillars, Shaped shelves, Castor wheels
  • SizeH 97.5 cm (38 in) x W 81 cm (32 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

FAQs

The whatnot, or etagere, emerged in France during the late 18th century before gaining widespread popularity in Victorian Britain as a multi-tiered piece designed for displaying ornaments, books, and curiosities.

Victorian whatnots were commonly constructed from dense cabinet timbers such as mahogany, rosewood, and burr walnut, often featuring turned supports, fretwork galleries, and fine veneer work.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate construction methods such as hand-cut dovetailing, traditional timber shrinkage, genuine burr walnut veneers with natural figuring, and period fixings like brass castors.

An antique whatnot can be styled by curating a balanced collection of modern ceramics, art books, and metallic objects on its shelves, allowing the rich timber grain to provide a warm textural contrast against neutral walls.

Preservation requires keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, and applying periodic coats of natural beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes to maintain the finish.
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