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A Victorian Marquetry Inlay Centre Table
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A Victorian Marquetry Inlay Centre Table

19th century
Description

Constructed from walnut, the circular table top with a central marquetry floral bouquet and radiating cartouches of historical figures in medieval dress, all on an ebony ground, with an undulating frieze below the moulded edge, the triform base with scrolled legs, carved in relief with faces and flowers, standing on porcelain castors.

English, circa 1860

While the source of the marquetry figures is unknown, they all appear to be related to literature, scholarship and heraldry, some dressed in costly ermine, others wearing crowns and bearing armour, while holding letters, gesturing to scrolls or facing a lectern. These themes echo the intended place of this table within a study, library, or office.

Currently in unrestored original condition, please contact us for further information.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
132cm (51.97")
Declaration

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. has dated this Victorian Marquetry Centre Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1164204
Dealers Internal Reference
8003
Dealers Notes

This item is currently in its original, unrestored condition. Please contact us for further information.

We are also happy to arrange door to door shipping for any item to any destination in the UK or worldwide, please get in touch if you have any questions.

Description
Constructed from walnut, the circular table top with a central marquetry floral bouquet and radiating cartouches of historical figures in medieval dress, all on an ebony ground, with an undulating frieze below the moulded edge, the triform base with scrolled legs, carved in relief with faces and flowers, standing on porcelain castors.
fig 1. A circular Victorian walnut centre table featuring radial marquetry inlays on top and an intricately carved quadruped pedestal base with scroll feet on castors.
fig 1. A Victorian Marquetry Inlay Centre Table

English, circa 1860

While the source of the marquetry figures is unknown, they all appear to be related to literature, scholarship and heraldry, some dressed in costly ermine, others wearing crowns and bearing armour, while holding letters, gesturing to scrolls or facing a lectern. These themes echo the intended place of this table within a study, library, or office.

Currently in unrestored original condition, please contact us for further information.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
132cm (51.97")
Date of Manufacture

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. has dated this Victorian Marquetry Centre Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1164204
Dealers Internal Ref
8003
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

18th and 18th century english, french & italian furniture & decorative arts

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Archive I A circular Victorian walnut centre table featuring radial marquetry inlays on top and an intricately carved quadruped pedestal base with scroll feet on castors.

A Victorian Marquetry Inlay Centre Table

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A circular Victorian walnut centre table featuring radial marquetry inlays on top and an intricately carved quadruped pedestal base with scroll feet on castors.
A Victorian Marquetry Inlay Centre Table
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A circular Victorian walnut centre table featuring radial marquetry inlays on top and an intricately carved quadruped pedestal base with scroll feet on castors.
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  • ObjectCentre Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Marquetry Inlay, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsRadial marquetry inlay, carved mask knees, scroll feet, quadruped pedestal
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 132 cm (52 in) x D 132 cm (52 in)

This Victorian centre table dates from 1860 in an English Country House style, constructed from warm brown walnut with contrasting ebony grounds. The circular top displays a central marquetry floral bouquet surrounded by radiating cartouches of historical figures in medieval dress, set beneath a moulded edge with an undulating frieze. Below, the quadruped pedestal base incorporates scrolled legs, carved mask knees, and relief carvings of flowers, supported on porcelain castors. Signs of age include unrestored original condition with surface wear. The piece measures 74 cm high, 132 cm wide, and 132 cm deep. Position this table in a study, library, or office as a central workspace or display surface. The substantial circular top provides ample room for books, papers, or decorative items, while the sturdy pedestal base ensures stability on a floor. The traditional English design suits period interiors and grand domestic spaces alike, functioning as a practical surface for daily reading, writing, or organization.

FAQs

A Victorian marquetry centre table is a circular or oval table crafted during the 19th century, designed to sit centrally in a room or grand hallway. It is characterised by complex veneer patterns and figurative inlays made from contrasting woods on the tabletop, anchored by a central carved pedestal base.

These tables were typically constructed with primary hardwoods such as walnut, rosewood, or mahogany. The decorative marquetry motifs utilised thin veneers of lighter woods, including satinwood, boxwood, and fruitwoods, alongside darkened or dyed timber accents.

Authentic pieces feature signs of hand-executed craftsmanship, such as minor variations in the hand-cut veneer pieces and natural wood contraction lines along joinery. Original brass or ceramic castors beneath the carved scroll feet and period-correct underside construction hardware also verify authenticity.

A centre table functions effectively as an architectural focal point in a spacious foyer, entryway, or central hallway. In living areas, it can serve as a primary accent table surrounded by contemporary seating to create contrast between period detail and modern lines.

Clean the surface regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth to prevent dust build-up. Apply a high-quality natural beeswax polish sparingly along the wood grain to nourish the timber, and keep the table away from direct sunlight or radiator heat sources to prevent the veneers from drying or lifting.
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