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Antique Victorian Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Octagonal Centre Table
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Antique Victorian Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Octagonal Centre Table

19th century
Description

A superb quality Victorian rosewood centre table of elegant octagonal form, standing on four beautifully turned and spiral twist supports united by shaped stretchers and a finely inlaid undertier. The top is particularly attractive, displaying a rich rosewood grain framed by satinwood banding and multiple boxwood and ebony string inlays.

To the centre is an exquisite inlaid octagonal panel featuring scrolling foliate marquetry, providing a striking focal point. The quality of the timber throughout is exceptional with wonderful colour, contrast and figuring. The table is finished on all sides making it ideal as a centre table, occasional table or lamp table.

Victorian centre tables such as this were designed to occupy a prominent position within the drawing room where they would display lamps, flowers, books and decorative objects whilst also serving as an important statement piece within the home.

A highly decorative and practical table with excellent proportions and outstanding craftsmanship.

Condition Report

Presented in good antique condition with minor age related wear commensurate with age and use. The rosewood has developed a lovely colour and patina and the table is sturdy, sound and ready for use.

Dimensions

Height:70cm(27.56")

Width:91.5cm(36.02")

Depth:91.5cm(36.02")

Date: 1880

Origin: English

Available for UK & international shipping.

Physical Dimensions
Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
91.5cm (36.02")
Depth
91.5cm (36.02")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Rosewood Centre Table to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1219349
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3146
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Description
A superb quality Victorian rosewood centre table of elegant octagonal form, standing on four beautifully turned and spiral twist supports united by shaped stretchers and a finely inlaid undertier.
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The top is particularly attractive, displaying a rich rosewood grain framed by satinwood banding and multiple boxwood and ebony string inlays.
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fig 1. Victorian octagonal rosewood centre table featuring central floral marquetry inlay, crossbanded border, spiral turned legs, and a lower stretcher base.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Octagonal Centre Table

To the centre is an exquisite inlaid octagonal panel featuring scrolling foliate marquetry, providing a striking focal point. The quality of the timber throughout is exceptional with wonderful colour, contrast and figuring. The table is finished on all sides making it ideal as a centre table, occasional table or lamp table.

fig 2. Victorian octagonal rosewood centre table featuring central floral marquetry inlay, crossbanded border, spiral turned legs, and a lower stretcher base.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Octagonal Centre Table

Victorian centre tables such as this were designed to occupy a prominent position within the drawing room where they would display lamps, flowers, books and decorative objects whilst also serving as an important statement piece within the home.

fig 3. Victorian octagonal rosewood centre table featuring central floral marquetry inlay, crossbanded border, spiral turned legs, and a lower stretcher base.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Octagonal Centre Table

A highly decorative and practical table with excellent proportions and outstanding craftsmanship.

Condition Report

Presented in good antique condition with minor age related wear commensurate with age and use. The rosewood has developed a lovely colour and patina and the table is sturdy, sound and ready for use.

Dimensions

Height:70cm(27.56")

Width:91.5cm(36.02")

Depth:91.5cm(36.02")

Date: 1880

Origin: English

Available for UK & international shipping.

Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
91.5cm (36.02")
Depth
91.5cm (36.02")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Rosewood Centre Table to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1219349
Dealers Internal Ref
3146
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 Victorian octagonal rosewood centre table featuring central floral marquetry inlay, crossbanded border, spiral turned legs, and a lower stretcher base.

Antique Victorian Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Octagonal Centre Table

Archive II Victorian octagonal rosewood centre table featuring central floral marquetry inlay, crossbanded border, spiral turned legs, and a lower stretcher base. View II
Archive III Victorian octagonal rosewood centre table featuring central floral marquetry inlay, crossbanded border, spiral turned legs, and a lower stretcher base. View III
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Victorian octagonal rosewood centre table featuring central floral marquetry inlay, crossbanded border, spiral turned legs, and a lower stretcher base.
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Popularised during the 19th century, a centre table was designed to sit in the middle of a room, drawing room, or entryway to display decorative objects or serve as a focal point for social gatherings.

Victorian cabinetmakers frequently used dense hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, and walnut for the primary frame, incorporating fine boxwood, satinwood, or bone inlays for floral and geometric marquetry patterns.

Authentic Victorian pieces feature genuine hand-cut timber veneers, smooth joinery underneath, natural surface patina on turned legs or stretchers, and subtle variations in hand-cut marquetry work.

Position an octagonal centre table in an entrance hall or expansive bay window, topped with a sculptural ceramic vessel, design books, or a modern brass lamp to create a balanced contrast of eras.

Keep marquetry furniture away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent wood movement and veneer lifting, dust regularly with a soft cloth, and apply high-grade beeswax polish annually.
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