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Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table
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Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table

19th century
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Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table

Item Code: S27-702A

A fine Victorian burr walnut loo table, featuring a generously proportioned shaped top with richly figured burr walnut veneers arranged in a striking radial pattern.

The table is raised on an impressive carved pedestal base, decorated throughout with scrolling acanthus leaves, flowers, fruit and foliage. Four sweeping legs terminate in scroll feet fitted with castors. The top can be tilted vertically using the mechanism beneath, allowing the table to be displayed or stored more compactly when not in use.

A decorative and practical centre table with excellent colour, attractive figuring and particularly detailed carving.

Key Features

* Victorian period

* Richly figured burr walnut top

* Shaped moulded edge

* Tilt-top mechanism

* Elaborately carved pedestal base

* Carved floral, fruit and foliate decoration

* Four scrolling legs

* Raised on castors

* Minor wear commensurate with age and use

Dimensions

Width: 143 cm

Depth: 109 cm

Height: 73 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
143cm (56.30")
Depth
109cm (42.91")
Declaration

FB Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Loo Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1227770
Dealers Internal Reference
S27-702A
Description
Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table

Item Code: S27-702A

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A fine Victorian burr walnut loo table, featuring a generously proportioned shaped top with richly figured burr walnut veneers arranged in a striking radial pattern.
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fig 1. A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs.
fig 1. Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table

The table is raised on an impressive carved pedestal base, decorated throughout with scrolling acanthus leaves, flowers, fruit and foliage. Four sweeping legs terminate in scroll feet fitted with castors. The top can be tilted vertically using the mechanism beneath, allowing the table to be displayed or stored more compactly when not in use.

fig 2. A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs.
fig 2. Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table

A decorative and practical centre table with excellent colour, attractive figuring and particularly detailed carving.

Key Features

Victorian period

Richly figured burr walnut top

Shaped moulded edge

Tilt-top mechanism

fig 3. A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs.
fig 3. Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table

Elaborately carved pedestal base

Carved floral, fruit and foliate decoration

Four scrolling legs

Raised on castors

Minor wear commensurate with age and use

Dimensions

Width: 143 cm

Depth: 109 cm

Height: 73 cm

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
143cm (56.30")
Depth
109cm (42.91")
Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Loo Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1227770
Dealers Internal Ref
S27-702A
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Archive I A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs.

Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table

Archive II A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View II
Archive III A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View III
Archive IV A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View IV
Archive V A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View V
Archive VI A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View IX
Archive X A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View X
Archive XI A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View XII
Archive XIII A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View XIII
Archive XIV A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs. View XIV
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A Victorian tilt-top loo table shown vertically, featuring quarter-matched burr walnut veneer with a scalloped edge on carved cabriole legs.
Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table
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A Victorian loo table was originally designed in the 19th century for playing the popular card game Loo. These tables typically feature an oval or round top mounted on a central pedestal with a snap-top tilting mechanism to clear floor space when not in use.

These tables were commonly crafted using dense hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood. Fine examples showcase high-figured burr walnut veneers quarter-matched across the surface, set over solid timber frames with carved pedestal legs.

Authentic period examples display hand-cut wood veneers, brass or cast iron catch mechanisms under the top, and hand-carved details along the pedestal legs. Period pieces often exhibit natural wood movement and age-appropriate wear to the original finish.

These versatile pieces work well as focal centre tables in foyers, functional breakfast tables in dining nooks, or occasional side tables. The top can be left in the upright tilted position against a wall to display the natural wood grain as decorative wall art.

Keep walnut furniture away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent the veneer from drying out or fading. Regular dusting with a soft cloth and occasional application of high-quality beeswax will protect the timber and retain its natural sheen.
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