Victorian Burr Walnut Work Table 19th Century

Name: Fantastic Quality Antique Victorian Work Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1237556
Price: 1250 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectOccasional Tables
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Turned twin supports, Storage well, Ceramic castors
SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 64 cm (25 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

This Victorian work table dates from 1860 and follows an English Country House design aesthetic. The piece uses burr walnut and walnut timbers finished in a warm brown tone with a polished top and visible wood grains. A rectangular top sits above a single frieze drawer and a lowered storage well. Turned twin supports with fluted shaping and decorative stretchers support the structure, resting on original white ceramic castors. The work table stands 71 cm high, 64 cm wide, and 44 cm deep. It functions well in a home today placed at the end of a sofa as an occasional table.

FAQs

A Victorian work table, commonly referred to as a sewing table, is an occasional table designed during the 19th century specifically for storing needlework, textiles, and craft implements, typically incorporating a shallow drawer and a lowered storage well.

These tables were constructed using fine hardwoods such as burr walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, often featuring decorative wood veneers, turned solid wood legs, and cast metal or ceramic castors.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, genuine age-related surface patination, turned support stretchers, and original brass or ceramic castors attached to the feet.

An antique work table functions effectively as an occasional side table beside a sofa, a hallway surface, or a compact bedside stand, adding historic timber character to contemporary schemes.

Maintain burr walnut surfaces by placing the table away from direct sunlight and radiator heat, dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, and applying beeswax polish periodically to preserve the natural grain finish.

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