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Antique French Ebonized and Amboyna Credenza/sideboard
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Antique French Ebonized and Amboyna Credenza/sideboard

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · London City Antiques
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Antique French ebonized and amboyna credenza/sideboard boasting a wonderful large beautifully crafted sevres style plaque with ormolu mounts to the centre door. The shaped frieze inlaid with amboyna is delightful. Both bow doors are glazed and it stands on a plinth base with ormolu mounts and original turned feet

An exceptionally elegant superior piece of outstanding quality, design and craftsmanship. Even though not marked, it is undoubtedly a showcase piece crafted by a leading cabinet maker of the period.

Dimensions:

Height 111 cm (43.7 in)

Width 165 cm (65 in)

Depth 43 cm (16.9 in)

Dated 1850

Physical Dimensions
Height
111cm (43.70")
Width
165cm (64.96")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Antique French Ebonised Credenza to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1197952
Dealers Internal Reference
1869
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Description
Antique French ebonized and amboyna credenza/sideboard boasting a wonderful large beautifully crafted sevres style plaque with ormolu mounts to the centre door. The shaped frieze inlaid with amboyna is delightful.
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Both bow doors are glazed and it stands on a plinth base with ormolu mounts and original turned feet.
London City Antiques
fig 1. A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze.
fig 1. Antique French Ebonized and Amboyna Credenza/sideboard

An exceptionally elegant superior piece of outstanding quality, design and craftsmanship. Even though not marked, it is undoubtedly a showcase piece crafted by a leading cabinet maker of the period.

Dimensions:

Height 111 cm (43.7 in)

Width 165 cm (65 in)

Depth 43 cm (16.9 in)

Dated 1850

Height
111cm (43.70")
Width
165cm (64.96")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Antique French Ebonised Credenza to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1197952
Dealers Internal Ref
1869
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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Archive I A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique French Ebonized and Amboyna Credenza/sideboard

Archive II A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View II
Archive III A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View III
Archive IV A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View IV
Archive V A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View V
Archive VI A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View VI
Archive VII A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View VII
Archive VIII A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View VIII
Archive IX A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View IX
Archive X A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View X
Archive XI A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View XI
Archive XII A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View XII
Archive XIII A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze. View XIII
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A French Napoleon III ebonised and amboyna inlaid credenza with curved glass side doors and a central door featuring an oval hand-painted porcelain plaque framed in gilt bronze.
Antique French Ebonized and Amboyna Credenza/Sideboard
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCredenzas
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNapoleon III
  • MaterialEbonised Wood, Amboyna Veneer, Ormolu, Porcelain, Glass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsAmboyna crossbanding, Ormolu mounts, Porcelain oval plaque, Curved glazed doors
  • SizeH 111 cm (44 in) x W 165 cm (65 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

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Napoleon III furniture, originating in France during the mid to late 19th century, is distinguished by dark ebonised finishes, elaborate gilt-bronze mounts, fine marquetry, and exotic veneer inlays such as amboyna.

High-quality 19th-century French credenzas were constructed using ebonised hardwoods, amboyna or burr walnut veneers, cast ormolu mounts, clear glass, and central porcelain plaques painted in the Sevres style.

Authentic pieces feature finely chased cast brass or bronze mounts, genuine wood grain visible beneath the hand-applied ebonised surface, precise geometric inlay work, and period-appropriate door hinges and locks.

Positioning the piece against a light neutral background creates strong visual contrast, while minimalist wall art overhead balances the detailed inlay and metallic ornamentation.

Dust the surfaces regularly using a dry microfibre cloth, keep the cabinet away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and clean the metal mounts solely with a soft dry brush to prevent tarnish.
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