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Antique Tambour Corner Cabinet, Dutch, Walnut, Cupboard, Georgian, Circa 1800
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Antique Tambour Corner Cabinet, Dutch, Walnut, Cupboard, Georgian, Circa 1800

18th century
Description

Our Stock # 24194

This is an antique tambour corner cabinet. A Dutch, walnut and oak inlaid cupboard, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Expressive finish and of delightful proportion for corner room placement

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Walnut presents fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

Oak panelling to rear and interior, with fan-shaped shelf

Marquetry decor to the top with ebony, boxwood and satinwood inlay

Fascinating tambour door matches the upper marquetry with sash motif decor and conch shell medallion

Dressed with a small circular brass pull with central foliate decor, opening left to right

Further inlaid with an attractive geometric pattern and wheat sheaf decor

Standing upon a pair of tapered block feet at the front

Single foot to rear, inset slightly to provide room for skirting boards

This is a superb antique tambour corner cabinet, with a wide proportion and striking marquetry decor. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 74cm (29.25'')

Max Depth: 53.5cm (21'')

Max Height: 73.5cm (29'')

Upper Shelf Height: 27cm (10.75'')

Lower Shelf Height: 28cm (11'')

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Our Ref: 24194

Physical Dimensions
Height
73.5cm (28.94")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Dutch Walnut Corner Cabinet to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1057974
Dealers Internal Reference
24194
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Description
Our Stock # 24194

This is an antique tambour corner cabinet. A Dutch, walnut and oak inlaid cupboard, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Expressive finish and of delightful proportion for corner room placement

fig 1. An 18th-century Dutch walnut corner cabinet featuring decorative ribbon marquetry inlays and a curved slatted tambour front.
fig 1. Antique Tambour Corner Cabinet, Dutch, Walnut, Cupboard, Georgian, Circa 1800

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Walnut presents fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

Oak panelling to rear and interior, with fan-shaped shelf

Marquetry decor to the top with ebony, boxwood and satinwood inlay

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Fascinating tambour door matches the upper marquetry with sash motif decor and conch shell medallion.
London Fine Antiques
fig 2. An 18th-century Dutch walnut corner cabinet featuring decorative ribbon marquetry inlays and a curved slatted tambour front.
fig 2. Antique Tambour Corner Cabinet, Dutch, Walnut, Cupboard, Georgian, Circa 1800

Dressed with a small circular brass pull with central foliate decor, opening left to right

Further inlaid with an attractive geometric pattern and wheat sheaf decor

Standing upon a pair of tapered block feet at the front

fig 3. An 18th-century Dutch walnut corner cabinet featuring decorative ribbon marquetry inlays and a curved slatted tambour front.
fig 3. Antique Tambour Corner Cabinet, Dutch, Walnut, Cupboard, Georgian, Circa 1800

Single foot to rear, inset slightly to provide room for skirting boards

This is a superb antique tambour corner cabinet, with a wide proportion and striking marquetry decor. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 4. An 18th-century Dutch walnut corner cabinet featuring decorative ribbon marquetry inlays and a curved slatted tambour front.
fig 4. Antique Tambour Corner Cabinet, Dutch, Walnut, Cupboard, Georgian, Circa 1800

Dimensions:

Max Width: 74cm (29.25'')

Max Depth: 53.5cm (21'')

Max Height: 73.5cm (29'')

Upper Shelf Height: 27cm (10.75'')

Lower Shelf Height: 28cm (11'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 5. An 18th-century Dutch walnut corner cabinet featuring decorative ribbon marquetry inlays and a curved slatted tambour front.
fig 5. Antique Tambour Corner Cabinet, Dutch, Walnut, Cupboard, Georgian, Circa 1800

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24194

Height
73.5cm (28.94")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Dutch Walnut Corner Cabinet to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1057974
Dealers Internal Ref
24194
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Antique Tambour Corner Cabinet, Dutch, Walnut, Cupboard, Georgian, Circa 1800

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An 18th-century Dutch walnut corner cabinet featuring decorative ribbon marquetry inlays and a curved slatted tambour front.
Antique Tambour Corner Cabinet, Dutch, Walnut, Cupboard, Georgian, Circa 1800
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  • ObjectCorner Cabinets
  • Period18th century
  • StyleDutch Neoclassical
  • MaterialWalnut, Marquetry, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTambour door, Marquetry swags, Ribbon inlay, Tapered feet
  • SizeH 73.5 cm (29 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 53.5 cm (21 in)

This is an antique Dutch tambour corner cabinet from the Georgian period, circa 1800. The cupboard is made from walnut and oak with an expressive finish displaying deep caramel hues, fine grain interest, and a desirable aged patina. The curved slatted tambour door features lighter marquetry swags, a ribbon inlay, and a conch shell medallion, accompanied by a small circular brass pull handle with central foliate decoration. The front corner uprights display a geometric wheat sheaf pattern in lighter wood, and the piece stands upon tapered block feet. Marquetry decoration also adorns the flat top, complemented by oak panelling to the rear and interior with a fan-shaped shelf. The cabinet measures 73.5 cm high, 74 cm wide, and 53.5 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this corner cabinet provides compact storage and display space, designed specifically to sit neatly into the corner of a reception room, hallway, or study. The tambour front slides to open left to right, revealing interior shelving suitable for books, glassware, or tableware. The flat top offers additional surface area for decorative items, lamps, or small plants. The solid construction and compact footprint make it a practical storage solution for rooms where space efficiency is required, bringing traditional period character and warm brown tones to domestic interiors.

FAQs

Originating in the late 18th century, Dutch Neoclassical corner cabinets reflected Continental influences, blending classical motifs such as drapery swags and ribbons with space-saving designs featuring flexible tambour doors.

These cabinets were typically constructed from rich hardwoods such as walnut or mahogany, adorned with contrasting fruitwood marquetry inlays and slatted wooden tambour doors sliding along interior grooves.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut joinery, original backboards showing natural shrinkage, hand-inlaid marquetry details, and genuine age-related patination across the timber surfaces.

Position the piece in an unutilised room corner to provide architectural interest and functional storage without obstructing foot traffic, complementing both contemporary and period interior schemes.

Maintain timber hydration by applying high-quality clear beeswax along the grain, avoid direct sunlight or strong heat sources, and ensure tambour tracks remain free of dust and debris.
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