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Early Victorian Credenza in Amboyna & Ebony C.1850
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for sale €3,335     $3,620
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Early Victorian Credenza in Amboyna & Ebony C.1850

19th century
For Sale by The Old Cinema
Description

An elaborate antique cabinet in richly figured amboyna and ebony, combining architectural proportions with extensive decorative detailing. The broad rectangular top is framed by projecting rounded ends, above a façade arranged around a pair of central doors and curved glazed side sections. The doors are veneered in warm burr amboyna around large oval ebony panels, each finely inlaid with scrolling foliate decoration and bordered with delicate beading. Dark turned columns with gilt detailing divide the sections, while further gilt mounts, rosettes and geometric inlay continue across the frieze and plinth, giving the piece a highly considered, symmetrical composition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108.5cm (42.72")
Width
161.5cm (63.58")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Victorian Amboyna Ebony Credenza to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1239172
Dealers Internal Reference
49923
Description
An elaborate antique cabinet in richly figured amboyna and ebony, combining architectural proportions with extensive decorative detailing.
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The broad rectangular top is framed by projecting rounded ends, above a façade arranged around a pair of central doors and curved glazed side sections.
The Old Cinema

The doors are veneered in warm burr amboyna around large oval ebony panels, each finely inlaid with scrolling foliate decoration and bordered with delicate beading. Dark turned columns with gilt detailing divide the sections, while further gilt mounts, rosettes and geometric inlay continue across the frieze and plinth, giving the piece a highly considered, symmetrical composition.

Height
108.5cm (42.72")
Width
161.5cm (63.58")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Victorian Amboyna Ebony Credenza to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239172
Dealers Internal Ref
49923
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An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents.
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Archive I An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents.

Early Victorian Credenza in Amboyna & Ebony C.1850

Archive II An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents. View II
Archive III An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents. View III
Archive IV An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents. View IV
Archive V An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents. View V
Archive VI An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents. View VI
Archive VII An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents. View VII
Archive VIII An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents. View VIII
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An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents.
Early Victorian Credenza in Amboyna & Ebony c.1850
Ref: SA1239172
An early Victorian credenza crafted in figure-grained amboyna wood with ebony borders, featuring two central oval-panelled doors flanked by curved glazed side doors and gilt column accents.
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  • ObjectCredenzas & Sideboards
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialAmboyna, Ebony, Ormolu, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown and Black
  • MotifsAmboyna burl veneer, Ebony inlay, Ormolu column accents, Oval central panels
  • SizeH 108.5 cm (43 in) x W 161.5 cm (64 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

This early Victorian credenza from around 1850 is made from warmly coloured figured amboyna and contrasting black ebony, enhanced by glazed side sections and metal column accents. The broad rectangular top sits above a symmetrical façade featuring two central doors with oval ebony panels, which show inlaid scrolling foliage and fine beading. Dark turned columns, gilded mounts, circular rosettes and geometric inlay decorate the frieze and plinth, all supported by small turned bun feet. Measuring 108.5 cm high, 161.5 cm wide and 42 cm deep, the cabinet provides substantial display and storage space. In a contemporary home, this piece works well in a formal dining room, hallway or living room to store tableware or display decorative items. The curved glass side sections hold glassware, while the enclosed central cupboards keep items hidden from view.

FAQs

Early Victorian credenzas typically feature patterned wood veneers, such as amboyna or walnut, combined with ebony inlays, gilt-bronze mounts, and glazed side compartments designed for dining room storage and display.

High-quality 19th-century credenzas utilised exotic wood veneers like amboyna and ebony over solid hardwood frames, accented with cast bronze or brass mounts and curved glass panels.

Authentic Victorian pieces feature hand-cut joinery, genuine ormolu or cast brass fittings showing natural patination, thick timber veneers, and period-correct glass construction.

Position a Victorian credenza as a focal piece in a dining space or entrance hall, balancing the dark timber tones with contemporary artwork and understated lighting placed above.

Maintain antique veneers by keeping the furniture away from direct heat sources and moisture, dusting with a soft microfibre cloth, and applying beeswax polish sparingly.
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