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Fine Victorian Burr Walnut Library Table with Barley Twist Legs & Dual Drawers (C.1880)
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Fine Victorian Burr Walnut Library Table with Barley Twist Legs & Dual Drawers (C.1880)

19th century
Sold 20 November 2025 · Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
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Description

A superb Victorian burr walnut library table of exceptional quality, dating from circa 1880.

The beautifully figured burr walnut top displays rich tones and striking grain, framed by elegant moulded edges and serpentine shaping.

Beneath, the table stands on impressive barley twist supports united by a matching stretcher, all raised on ornately carved cabriole legs with gilt accents — a hallmark of high-Victorian craftsmanship.

Featuring two concealed frieze drawers, this piece combines sophisticated design with practical function — ideal as a writing table, library desk, or statement centre table.

A highly decorative and versatile piece, offering real presence in both period and contemporary interiors.

Dimensions:

height 74cm x width 145cm x depth 66cm

Provenance: England, c.1880

Placement:

This impressive table is perfect for:

A refined home library or study

Entrance hall as a centre table

Living room behind a sofa (sofa table)

Boutique office or showroom

Luxury dressing room or reading corner

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
145cm (57.09")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1175436
Description
A superb Victorian burr walnut library table of exceptional quality, dating from circa 1880.
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The beautifully figured burr walnut top displays rich tones and striking grain, framed by elegant moulded edges and serpentine shaping.
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
fig 1. An antique Victorian library table crafted from burr walnut featuring barley twist legs, carved feet, and dual drawers.
fig 1. Fine Victorian Burr Walnut Library Table with Barley Twist Legs & Dual Drawers (C.1880)

Beneath, the table stands on impressive barley twist supports united by a matching stretcher, all raised on ornately carved cabriole legs with gilt accents — a hallmark of high-Victorian craftsmanship.

fig 2. An antique Victorian library table crafted from burr walnut featuring barley twist legs, carved feet, and dual drawers.
fig 2. Fine Victorian Burr Walnut Library Table with Barley Twist Legs & Dual Drawers (C.1880)

Featuring two concealed frieze drawers, this piece combines sophisticated design with practical function — ideal as a writing table, library desk, or statement centre table.

A highly decorative and versatile piece, offering real presence in both period and contemporary interiors.

fig 3. An antique Victorian library table crafted from burr walnut featuring barley twist legs, carved feet, and dual drawers.
fig 3. Fine Victorian Burr Walnut Library Table with Barley Twist Legs & Dual Drawers (C.1880)

Dimensions:

height 74cm x width 145cm x depth 66cm

Provenance: England, c.1880

Placement:

This impressive table is perfect for:

A refined home library or study

Entrance hall as a centre table

Living room behind a sofa (sofa table)

Boutique office or showroom

Luxury dressing room or reading corner

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
145cm (57.09")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1175436
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2012
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Unit 15
Palmers Vale Business Centre
Palmerston Road
Barry
Glamorgan
CF63 2XA
United Kingdom
Verified Since Oct 2012
Items For Sale 143
Items Sold 954
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
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Location: Unit 15, Palmers Vale Business Centre, Palmerston Road, Barry, Glamorgan, CF63 2XA, United Kingdom
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An antique Victorian library table crafted from burr walnut featuring barley twist legs, carved feet, and dual drawers.
Fine Victorian Burr Walnut Library Table with Barley Twist Legs & Dual Drawers (c.1880)
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An antique Victorian library table crafted from burr walnut featuring barley twist legs, carved feet, and dual drawers.
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  • ObjectDesks & Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Hardwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBarley twist legs, Burr walnut veneer, Carved bracket feet, Dual integrated drawers
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 145 cm (57 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

Victorian library tables were manufactured during the reign of Queen Victoria (18371901) and were typically designed for use in studies, libraries, or parlours of substantial homes. These pieces often featured rich timbers and elaborate turning to reflect the status and craftsmanship of the period.

These items were predominantly constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, frequently veneered with highly figured decorative woods like burr walnut. Traditional joinery methods, including dovetailing for drawers and hand-turned structural elements, ensured structural integrity.

Authenticity is determined by examining the timber grain, hand-cut dovetail joints, period-appropriate locking mechanisms, and the presence of natural ageing and oxidisation on the wood surfaces. Machine-cut screws or modern adhesives generally indicate a later reproduction.

An antique wooden table serves as a functional focal point in a contemporary workspace or living area, contrasting effectively against minimalist walls and modern seating. Pairing the piece with contemporary lighting balances historical character with modern utility.

Preservation requires maintaining stable room humidity and temperature to prevent veneer cracking or warping. Surfaces should be dusted regularly with a soft, dry cloth and treated periodically with traditional beeswax to nourish the timber.
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