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Fine Satinwood, Rosewood & Walnut Inlaid Pier Cabinet Circa 1860
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Fine Satinwood, Rosewood & Walnut Inlaid Pier Cabinet Circa 1860

19th century
Description

This FINE SATINWOOD, ROSEWOOD AND WALNUT INLAID PIER CABINET dates from circa 1860.

The CABINET is decorated with ORMOLU MOUNTS and has HANDPAINTED PORCELAIN PLAQUES at either end. With projecting pillars and decorative inlays to the corners and frieze the CABINET has a fine BURR WALNUT top.

The CABINET has a single glazed door enclosing two fixed shelves which are finished with walnut veneer and line inlay. It has a blue velvet lining which appears to be original.

The condition of the PIER CABINET is very good and original. It even comes with a working key.

The visual appearance of the CABINET is very striking which has been achieved through the clever contrast of the ROSEWOOD and SATINWOOD veneers, the high quality workmanship and the use of the decorative features of the pillars, the ormolu and the porcelain panels.

Dimensions:

Height: 45.25 inches (115 cm)

Width: 38.5 inches (98 cm)

Depth including pillars: 16.75 inches (42.5 cm)

Depth without pillars: 14 inches (36 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
115cm (45.28")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
42.5cm (16.73")
Declaration

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Victorian Inlaid Pier Cabinet to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA304685
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Description
This FINE SATINWOOD, ROSEWOOD AND WALNUT INLAID PIER CABINET dates from circa 1860.

The CABINET is decorated with ORMOLU MOUNTS and has HANDPAINTED PORCELAIN PLAQUES at either end.

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With projecting pillars and decorative inlays to the corners and frieze the CABINET has a fine BURR WALNUT top.
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fig 1. Victorian satinwood, rosewood, and walnut inlaid pier cabinet featuring a glazed front door, decorative side columns, and intricate marquetry detailing.
fig 1. Fine Satinwood, Rosewood & Walnut Inlaid Pier Cabinet Circa 1860

The CABINET has a single glazed door enclosing two fixed shelves which are finished with walnut veneer and line inlay. It has a blue velvet lining which appears to be original.

The condition of the PIER CABINET is very good and original. It even comes with a working key.

fig 2. Victorian satinwood, rosewood, and walnut inlaid pier cabinet featuring a glazed front door, decorative side columns, and intricate marquetry detailing.
fig 2. Fine Satinwood, Rosewood & Walnut Inlaid Pier Cabinet Circa 1860

The visual appearance of the CABINET is very striking which has been achieved through the clever contrast of the ROSEWOOD and SATINWOOD veneers, the high quality workmanship and the use of the decorative features of the pillars, the ormolu and the porcelain panels.

Dimensions:

Height: 45.25 inches (115 cm)

Width: 38.5 inches (98 cm)

Depth including pillars: 16.75 inches (42.5 cm)

Depth without pillars: 14 inches (36 cm)

Height
115cm (45.28")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
42.5cm (16.73")
Date of Manufacture

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Victorian Inlaid Pier Cabinet to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA304685
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Archive I Victorian satinwood, rosewood, and walnut inlaid pier cabinet featuring a glazed front door, decorative side columns, and intricate marquetry detailing.

Fine Satinwood, Rosewood & Walnut Inlaid Pier Cabinet Circa 1860

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Victorian satinwood, rosewood, and walnut inlaid pier cabinet featuring a glazed front door, decorative side columns, and intricate marquetry detailing.
FINE SATINWOOD, ROSEWOOD & WALNUT INLAID PIER CABINET circa 1860
Ref: SA304685
Victorian satinwood, rosewood, and walnut inlaid pier cabinet featuring a glazed front door, decorative side columns, and intricate marquetry detailing.
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  • ObjectPier Cabinet
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSatinwood, Walnut, Rosewood, Glass, Ormolu
  • ColourWarm Amber
  • MotifsMarquetry inlay, Fluted side columns, Glazed single door, Ormolu mounts
  • SizeH 115 cm (45 in) x W 98 cm (39 in) x D 42.5 cm (17 in)

This Victorian pier cabinet dates from 1860 and follows an English Country House style. Constructed from satinwood, rosewood and walnut, the warm amber exterior displays intricate marquetry inlay, fluted side columns with ormolu mounts, handpainted porcelain plaques, and a fine burr walnut top. A single glazed door opens to reveal two fixed shelves lined with blue velvet and finished with walnut veneer and line inlay. The base rests on square feet beneath a moulded plinth, and the piece includes a working key alongside visible carved wooden turnings on the columns and brass-beaded edging. Measuring 115 cm high, 98 cm wide, and 42.5 cm deep, this cabinet suits placement in a living room, hallway or study as a display unit for books, ceramics or collections. Interior compartments organise display items behind glass while the flat top surface holds decorative objects, lamps or small plants. The compact footprint makes the cabinet suitable for positioning against a living room wall or within a reception room corner to add period character and display storage to domestic interiors. Original brass mounts, inlaid banding and contrasting wood grains provide visual detail suitable for traditional or eclectic interior schemes.

FAQs

Pier cabinets were designed during the 18th and 19th centuries to fit into the wall space, or pier, situated between two windows. They served as both decorative accent pieces and display cases for books and valuable collectables.

Cabinetmakers utilised fine hardwoods such as walnut, satinwood, and rosewood veneers, embellished with contrasting marquetry inlay. Cabinets typically included glass doors, velvet-lined shelves, and brass or gilt-bronze (ormolu) mounts.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut joinery, original hand-blown glazed panels, and thick timber veneers over solid wood carcases. Look for natural oxidisation on unpainted undersides and age-appropriate patination surrounding metal mounts.

A pier cabinet functions effectively in a hallway, reception room, or alcove as a focal display point. Modern interiors benefit from using the glazed interior to store curated ceramics, glassware, or leather-bound volumes.

Position the cabinet away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent veneer lift or wood bleaching. Dust surfaces with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year.
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