Sold: Victorian Ebonised Credenza. 19th Century

Name: Victorian Ebonised Credenza.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1114348
Price: 950 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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ObjectCredenzas
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialEbonised wood, Burr walnut, Glass, Ceramic
ColourBlack
MotifsGlazed cabinet doors, Ceramic plaque inserts, Marquetry inlay, Fluted columns
SizeH 107 cm (42 in) x W 175 cm (69 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

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Ebonised credenzas gained popularity during the Victorian era, particularly in the mid-to-late 19th century, as cabinetmakers drew inspiration from Renaissance revival and Japanese design aesthetics, often using stained fruitwood to imitate expensive ebony.

These pieces typically feature a foundational carcass of softer woods like pine or oak, overlaid withveneers of walnut or burr walnut, and finished with an ebonised black stain, complemented by gilt bronze mounts, brass inlay, and ceramic plaques.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, traditional hand-beveled glass panes with minor imperfections, hand-applied French polish finishes, and construction methods consistent with pre-industrial or early industrial cabinetmaking.

A credenza of this scale serves as a striking focal point in a dining room or living space, balancing well against neutral or boldly coloured walls, and functioning effectively as a surface to display ceramics, bronzes, or contemporary art.

Preservation requires keeping the piece out of direct sunlight to prevent the wood and ebonisation from fading, maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth while avoiding silicone-based polishes.

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