Antique Victorian Burr Walnut and Inlaid Chess/lamp Table

Name: Antique Victorian Burr Walnut and Inlaid Chess/lamp Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1174205
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by London City Antiques

Description

A fine Victorian burr walnut and inlaid chess table of elegant scalloped form. The beautifully figured walnut top features a central inlaid chessboard with alternating squares of satinwood and ebonised veneers bordered by fine marquetry scrollwork and oval cartouches.

The top is supported on a finely carved turned column with acanthus leaf detail leading to a triform base with bold, scrolling legs of rich colour and patina. The craftsmanship, attention to detail, and decorative form are characteristic of quality mid-19th-century cabinetmaking.

Date: Circa 1860

Period: Victorian

Wood: Burr walnut, satinwood, and ebonised inlay

Condition: Excellent antique condition. Rich colour and fine polish; minor age-related marks consistent with use.

Dimensions:

Height: 67 cm (26.4 in)

Width: 52 cm (20.5 in)

Depth: 52 cm (20.5 in)

A charming and highly decorative piece — ideal as a chess, card table, lamp or occasional table, or refined accent piece in a drawing room or study.

Physical Dimensions

Height

67cm (26.38")

Width

52cm (20.47")

Depth

52cm (20.47")

Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1174205

Dealers Internal Reference

2889

Dealers Notes

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Description

A fine Victorian burr walnut and inlaid chess table of elegant scalloped form.

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The beautifully figured walnut top features a central inlaid chessboard with alternating squares of satinwood and ebonised veneers bordered by fine marquetry scrollwork and oval cartouches.

London City Antiques

fig 1. Antique Victorian Burr Walnut and Inlaid Chess/Lamp Table — fig 1. Antique Victorian Burr Walnut and Inlaid Chess/lamp Table

The top is supported on a finely carved turned column with acanthus leaf detail leading to a triform base with bold, scrolling legs of rich colour and patina. The craftsmanship, attention to detail, and decorative form are characteristic of quality mid-19th-century cabinetmaking.