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19th Century Italian Inlaid Walnut Sorrento Table
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19th Century Italian Inlaid Walnut Sorrento Table

19th century
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19th century italian inlaid walnut sorrento table circa 1880.

Beautiful table showcasing the use of walnut and olive woods, these types of tables became popular as grand tour souvenirs.

Circular top with a stunning geometrical design inlaid into the top, which must of taken many hours of labour, with further inlay and strung borders reaching out to the edge.  turned and inlaid stem, with contrasting stained bands.  standing on 3 scrolling legs with further inlay.

Top is in very good condition with just one small black mark, typically these types of table are prone to losses but their is no evidence of that.  very slight lean, which is very common with these tables.  recently re-polished top in our workshop, and ready for everyday use.

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Inlaid Walnut Sorrento Table to the 19th Century.

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SA1194134
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EA3593
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19th century italian inlaid walnut sorrento table circa 1880.
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Beautiful table showcasing the use of walnut and olive woods, these types of tables became popular as grand tour souvenirs.
Debenham Antiques Ltd

Circular top with a stunning geometrical design inlaid into the top, which must of taken many hours of labour, with further inlay and strung borders reaching out to the edge.  turned and inlaid stem, with contrasting stained bands.  standing on 3 scrolling legs with further inlay.

fig 1. A 19th-century Italian Sorrento table featuring a circular top with geometric marquetry, a turned central column stem, and carved tripod legs.
fig 1. 19th Century Italian Inlaid Walnut Sorrento Table

Top is in very good condition with just one small black mark, typically these types of table are prone to losses but their is no evidence of that.  very slight lean, which is very common with these tables.  recently re-polished top in our workshop, and ready for everyday use.

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Inlaid Walnut Sorrento Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1194134
Dealers Internal Ref
EA3593
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2012

We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

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Archive I A 19th-century Italian Sorrento table featuring a circular top with geometric marquetry, a turned central column stem, and carved tripod legs.

19TH CENTURY ITALIAN INLAID WALNUT SORRENTO TABLE

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Debenham Antiques Ltd
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Debenham
Suffolk
IP14 6QS
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century Italian Sorrento table featuring a circular top with geometric marquetry, a turned central column stem, and carved tripod legs.
19TH CENTURY ITALIAN INLAID WALNUT SORRENTO TABLE
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A 19th-century Italian Sorrento table featuring a circular top with geometric marquetry, a turned central column stem, and carved tripod legs.
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A Sorrento table is a decorative occasional table originating from the Sorrento peninsula in Italy, famous for its elaborate marquetry and parquetry wood inlays. Popularised during the nineteenth century as souvenirs for Grand Tour travellers, these pieces feature complex geometric or figurative patterns created from contrasting native woods.

Craftsmen primarily utilised walnut as the base wood, combined with various fruitwoods, olivewood, chestnut, and boxwood to create contrasting marquetry patterns. The natural variations in tone and grain provided depth to the intricate geometric and starburst motifs.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples feature hand-cut marquetry veneers, subtle irregularities in the wood grain, and hand-turned central columns. Look for signs of natural age, such as mild oxidisation of the wood, fine surface crazing in the original finish, and traditional joinery underneath the tabletop and tripod legs.

An inlaid tripod table serves as a functional accent piece beside an armchair, within a reading alcove, or as an entryway accent. Its compact footprint and intricate woodwork add historical warmth and visual interest to both contemporary and traditional room layouts.

Keep the wood surface dust-free using a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year. Protect the inlaid veneer by keeping the table away from direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and moisture sources.
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