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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Trefoil Occasional Table C.1860
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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Trefoil Occasional Table C.1860

19th century
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A mid 19th century burr walnut occasional table, with a radially segment-cut trefoil top set over three turned finely carved solid walnut supports, united by a matching veneered lower tier, and raised on swept carved legs with scroll feet.

Dating from the golden era of English burr walnut cabinetmaking, its compact clover shape allows it to sit naturally in the angled space between a pair of armchairs or tuck neatly into a tight corner.

Very good antique condition, showing a deep natural lustre and an attractive aged patina. Structurally sound and ready to place.

English, circa 1860.

Dimensions

Height: 68.5 cm

Width: 55 cm

Depth: 53.5 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
68.5cm (26.97")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Declaration

Founders Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Occasional Table to the Victorian era.

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SA1228743
Dealers Internal Reference
3761
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Description
A mid 19th century burr walnut occasional table, with a radially segment-cut trefoil top set over three turned finely carved solid walnut supports, united by a matching veneered lower tier, and raised on swept carved legs with scroll feet.
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Dating from the golden era of English burr walnut cabinetmaking, its compact clover shape allows it to sit naturally in the angled space between a pair of armchairs or tuck neatly into a tight corner.
Founders Antiques

Very good antique condition, showing a deep natural lustre and an attractive aged patina. Structurally sound and ready to place.

English, circa 1860.

Dimensions

Height: 68.5 cm

Width: 55 cm

Depth: 53.5 cm

Height
68.5cm (26.97")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Occasional Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228743
Dealers Internal Ref
3761
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A Victorian burr walnut occasional table featuring a trefoil-shaped top supported by three turned columns and carved tripod legs.
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Trefoil Occasional Table c.1860
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  • ObjectOccasional Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTrefoil top, turned columns, carved tripod legs
  • SizeH 68.5 cm (27 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 53.5 cm (21 in)

This Victorian occasional table dates from circa 1860 and follows the English Country House style. Constructed from warm brown burr walnut and solid walnut, the piece shows a deep natural lustre and an attractive aged patina across its radially segment-cut surfaces. The design includes a clover-shaped trefoil top set over three turned, finely carved solid walnut supports, a matching veneered lower tier, and swept carved tripod legs ending in scroll feet. The table stands 68.5 cm high, 55 cm wide, and 53.5 cm deep. In a modern interior, this compact item works well as an occasional piece placed at the end of a sofa, in the angled space between a pair of armchairs, or tucked neatly into a tight corner for displaying small decorative objects.

FAQs

A Victorian trefoil occasional table is a small accent piece designed during the mid-to-late 19th century, featuring a distinctive three-lobed top inspired by gothic and floral motifs. Popularised during the 1860s, these tables were constructed to hold tea sets, lamps, or decorative objects in drawing rooms.

Victorian cabinetmakers frequently utilised burr walnut veneers applied over solid timber cores to achieve intricate marbled grain patterns. The supporting elements were typically turned and hand-carved from solid walnut or mahogany to ensure stability.

Authentic pieces feature natural variations in the veneer grain, historic joinery techniques such as hand-cut dowels, and age-appropriate patination on the undersides. Look for hand-carved detailing on the feet and turned support columns that display subtle human variations.

Position the piece alongside a contemporary armchair or sofa as a functional drinks surface, or set it in an unused nook topped with a ceramic vase. Pairing warm historic wood tones with neutral modern textiles provides a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth and applying a neutral beeswax polish once or twice per year. Ensure the table is positioned away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent veneer movement or fading.
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