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Antique Victorian Exhibition Quality Burr Walnut Marquetry Serpentine Credenza Cabinet Sideboard
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Antique Victorian Exhibition Quality Burr Walnut Marquetry Serpentine Credenza Cabinet Sideboard

19th century
Description

An exceptional antique Victorian burr walnut marquetry credenza cabinet sideboard of outstanding quality, featuring a magnificent serpentine-shaped front, beautifully figured burr walnut veneers, intricate floral marquetry and elaborate gilt brass mounts.

The most striking feature of this impressive cabinet is its wonderfully shaped serpentine design, which flows continuously across the top, frieze, three doors and shaped plinth base. This beautifully executed detail gives the piece a particularly elegant and sophisticated appearance, distinguishing it from the more commonly encountered straight-fronted Victorian credenzas.

The finely figured burr walnut is complemented by exquisite floral marquetry decoration across the frieze and upright supports. The central shaped panel features an attractive floral marquetry design against a contrasting dark background, framed by ornate gilt brass mouldings.

The two shaped glazed side doors are similarly framed with decorative gilt brass borders and open to reveal fitted interior shelves, providing attractive display space for porcelain, silver or other treasured collections. The central cupboard offers additional storage, while the beautifully shaped base is embellished with further decorative gilt brass mounts.

The exceptional craftsmanship is evident throughout, particularly in the complex serpentine construction, the quality of the veneers, the finely executed marquetry and the abundance of decorative brasswork.

A truly outstanding example of Victorian cabinetmaking, combining exceptional decorative appeal with practical storage and display. This magnificent antique credenza would make a superb statement piece in a drawing room, dining room, entrance hall or elegant interior.

Condition Report

In very good antique condition, with a beautiful colour and patina. Minor age-related wear consistent with its period and use.

Measurements

Height: 110.5 cm (43.50 in)

Width: 175.5 cm (69.09 in)

Depth: 43.5 cm (17.13 in)

Date Circa 1850

Origin English

Physical Dimensions
Height
110.5cm (43.50")
Width
175.5cm (69.09")
Depth
43.5cm (17.13")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Credenza to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1240204
Dealers Internal Reference
3264
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An exceptional antique Victorian burr walnut marquetry credenza cabinet sideboard of outstanding quality, featuring a magnificent serpentine-shaped front, beautifully figured burr walnut veneers, intricate floral marquetry and elaborate gilt brass mounts.
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The most striking feature of this impressive cabinet is its wonderfully shaped serpentine design, which flows continuously across the top, frieze, three doors and shaped plinth base.
London City Antiques

This beautifully executed detail gives the piece a particularly elegant and sophisticated appearance, distinguishing it from the more commonly encountered straight-fronted Victorian credenzas.

fig 1. A Victorian serpentine burr walnut credenza featuring detailed floral marquetry inlays, gilt-bronze mounts, a central panelled door, and two curved glazed side doors.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Exhibition Quality Burr Walnut Marquetry Serpentine Credenza Cabinet Sideboard

The finely figured burr walnut is complemented by exquisite floral marquetry decoration across the frieze and upright supports. The central shaped panel features an attractive floral marquetry design against a contrasting dark background, framed by ornate gilt brass mouldings.

fig 2. A Victorian serpentine burr walnut credenza featuring detailed floral marquetry inlays, gilt-bronze mounts, a central panelled door, and two curved glazed side doors.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Exhibition Quality Burr Walnut Marquetry Serpentine Credenza Cabinet Sideboard

The two shaped glazed side doors are similarly framed with decorative gilt brass borders and open to reveal fitted interior shelves, providing attractive display space for porcelain, silver or other treasured collections. The central cupboard offers additional storage, while the beautifully shaped base is embellished with further decorative gilt brass mounts.

fig 3. A Victorian serpentine burr walnut credenza featuring detailed floral marquetry inlays, gilt-bronze mounts, a central panelled door, and two curved glazed side doors.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Exhibition Quality Burr Walnut Marquetry Serpentine Credenza Cabinet Sideboard

The exceptional craftsmanship is evident throughout, particularly in the complex serpentine construction, the quality of the veneers, the finely executed marquetry and the abundance of decorative brasswork.

fig 4. A Victorian serpentine burr walnut credenza featuring detailed floral marquetry inlays, gilt-bronze mounts, a central panelled door, and two curved glazed side doors.
fig 4. Antique Victorian Exhibition Quality Burr Walnut Marquetry Serpentine Credenza Cabinet Sideboard

A truly outstanding example of Victorian cabinetmaking, combining exceptional decorative appeal with practical storage and display. This magnificent antique credenza would make a superb statement piece in a drawing room, dining room, entrance hall or elegant interior.

fig 5. A Victorian serpentine burr walnut credenza featuring detailed floral marquetry inlays, gilt-bronze mounts, a central panelled door, and two curved glazed side doors.
fig 5. Antique Victorian Exhibition Quality Burr Walnut Marquetry Serpentine Credenza Cabinet Sideboard

Condition Report

In very good antique condition, with a beautiful colour and patina. Minor age-related wear consistent with its period and use.

Measurements

Height: 110.5 cm (43.50 in)

Width: 175.5 cm (69.09 in)

Depth: 43.5 cm (17.13 in)

Date Circa 1850

Origin English

Height
110.5cm (43.50")
Width
175.5cm (69.09")
Depth
43.5cm (17.13")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Credenza to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1240204
Dealers Internal Ref
3264
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A Victorian serpentine burr walnut credenza featuring detailed floral marquetry inlays, gilt-bronze mounts, a central panelled door, and two curved glazed side doors.

Antique Victorian Exhibition Quality Burr Walnut Marquetry Serpentine Credenza Cabinet Sideboard

Archive II A Victorian serpentine burr walnut credenza featuring detailed floral marquetry inlays, gilt-bronze mounts, a central panelled door, and two curved glazed side doors. View II
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A Victorian serpentine burr walnut credenza featuring detailed floral marquetry inlays, gilt-bronze mounts, a central panelled door, and two curved glazed side doors.
Antique Victorian Exhibition Quality Burr Walnut Marquetry Serpentine Credenza Cabinet Sideboard
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A Victorian serpentine burr walnut credenza featuring detailed floral marquetry inlays, gilt-bronze mounts, a central panelled door, and two curved glazed side doors.
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  • ObjectCredenzas
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Ormolu, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Floral marquetry, Ormolu mounts, Glazed side doors
  • SizeH 110.5 cm (44 in) x W 175.5 cm (69 in) x D 43.5 cm (17 in)

This Victorian credenza cabinet sideboard dates from 1850 and is built from burr walnut, ormolu, and glass with a warm brown colour. The serpentine-shaped front runs across the top, frieze, three doors, and shaped plinth base, decorated with intricate floral marquetry, gilt-bronze mounts, a central panelled door, and two curved glazed side doors. The central shaped panel shows a floral design on a dark background, edged with gilt brass mouldings, while the upright supports carry marquetry and ormolu mounts. The doors open to reveal interior shelves. Measuring 110.5 cm high, 175.5 cm wide, and 43.5 cm deep, the cabinet stands in a drawing room, dining room, or entrance hall as a statement piece that provides practical storage and display space for collections of porcelain, silver, or other items.

FAQs

A Victorian serpentine credenza is a low, wide storage cabinet featuring a undulating, wave-like front profile, popularised during the mid-to-late nineteenth century. These pieces frequently feature fine wood veneers such as burr walnut, elaborate floral marquetry inlays, glass-fronted side bays, and gilt-bronze decorative mounts inspired by earlier French Louis XV designs.

High-end Victorian credenzas were typically constructed using solid hardwood frames faced with figure-rich timber veneers like burr walnut, rosewood, or mahogany. Marquetry details incorporated various coloured hardwoods, boxwood, and mother-of-pearl, while decorative borders and corner capitals utilised cast brass or bronze ormolu mounts.

Authentic nineteenth-century credenzas display clear signs of hand-craftsmanship, including hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, hand-applied wood marquetry, and original cast brass or bronze ormolu mounts with subtle oxidisation. The glass in side doors often displays slight thickness variations, and structural backing boards typically show hand-sawn timber marks.

Interior designers often place a Victorian credenza as a focal anchor piece in a dining room, hallway, or living space. To balance the ornate wood grain and gilded mounts, it is typically paired with contemporary artwork mounted above, minimal table lamps, or neutral wall finishes to let the historic craftsmanship stand out.

Burr walnut and marquetry require protection from direct sunlight and extreme humidity changes, which can cause veneers to lift or crack. Regular dusting with a soft microfibre cloth and an occasional application of high-quality beeswax nourish the timber polish, while ormolu mounts should be lightly dusted without harsh chemical cleaners.
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