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Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian
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Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique drawing room cabinet. A French, burr walnut and chestnut buffet in Neoclassical taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.

Exceptional provincial craftsmanship with a striking Neoclassical appearance

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Trio of quality timbers in Burr Walnut, Chestnut and Oak

Each providing fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Stout Chestnut plinth top with wide tiered edge, ideal for display purposes

Single, wide drawer across the apron with dual field panel fascia

Opens with fascinating turned pendant drop handles set upon brass backplates

Inset, brass lined lock — in working order and operated with the main cabinet key

Cabinet doors with panel finish, intersected with a Corinthian column motif to centre

Superb pilasters frame the cabinet with relief carved floral swag motif

Interior presented as a pair of shelves with graduated height

Standing upon a quartet of squat, disc shaped bun feet

This is a wonderful antique drawing room cabinet, of superior craftsmanship and material choice. A treat of colour and detail and fit to grace any room within a fine home. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 105.5cm (41.5'')

Max Depth: 52.5cm (20.75'')

Max Height: 88.5cm (34.75'')

Drawer Width: 76.5cm (30'')

Drawer Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Drawer Height: 7.5cm (3'')

Cabinet Width: 92cm (36.25'')

Cabinet Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'')

Upper Shelf Height: 20cm (7.75'')

Lower Shelf Height: 37.5cm (14.75'')

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this French Walnut Buffet Cabinet to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
88.5cm (34.84")
Width
105.5cm (41.54")
Depth
52.5cm (20.67")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1124486
Dealers Internal Reference
25082
Dealers Notes

What our clients have to say: https://www.londonfine.co.uk/pages/reviews

Description
This is an antique drawing room cabinet.
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A French, burr walnut and chestnut buffet in Neoclassical taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.
London Fine Antiques

Exceptional provincial craftsmanship with a striking Neoclassical appearance

fig 1. A French Neoclassical warm brown walnut cabinet featuring two top drawers, burr walnut panelled doors, and intricate carved foliage drops.
fig 1. Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Trio of quality timbers in Burr Walnut, Chestnut and Oak

Each providing fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Stout Chestnut plinth top with wide tiered edge, ideal for display purposes

fig 2. A French Neoclassical warm brown walnut cabinet featuring two top drawers, burr walnut panelled doors, and intricate carved foliage drops.
fig 2. Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian

Single, wide drawer across the apron with dual field panel fascia

Opens with fascinating turned pendant drop handles set upon brass backplates

Inset, brass lined lock — in working order and operated with the main cabinet key

fig 3. A French Neoclassical warm brown walnut cabinet featuring two top drawers, burr walnut panelled doors, and intricate carved foliage drops.
fig 3. Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian

Cabinet doors with panel finish, intersected with a Corinthian column motif to centre

Superb pilasters frame the cabinet with relief carved floral swag motif

Interior presented as a pair of shelves with graduated height

fig 4. A French Neoclassical warm brown walnut cabinet featuring two top drawers, burr walnut panelled doors, and intricate carved foliage drops.
fig 4. Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian

Standing upon a quartet of squat, disc shaped bun feet

This is a wonderful antique drawing room cabinet, of superior craftsmanship and material choice. A treat of colour and detail and fit to grace any room within a fine home. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for display.

fig 5. A French Neoclassical warm brown walnut cabinet featuring two top drawers, burr walnut panelled doors, and intricate carved foliage drops.
fig 5. Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 105.5cm (41.5'')

Max Depth: 52.5cm (20.75'')

Max Height: 88.5cm (34.75'')

Drawer Width: 76.5cm (30'')

Drawer Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Drawer Height: 7.5cm (3'')

Cabinet Width: 92cm (36.25'')

Cabinet Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'')

Upper Shelf Height: 20cm (7.75'')

Lower Shelf Height: 37.5cm (14.75'')

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this French Walnut Buffet Cabinet to the Victorian era.

Height
88.5cm (34.84")
Width
105.5cm (41.54")
Depth
52.5cm (20.67")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1124486
Dealers Internal Ref
25082
London Fine Antiques
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Archive I A French Neoclassical warm brown walnut cabinet featuring two top drawers, burr walnut panelled doors, and intricate carved foliage drops.

Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian

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A French Neoclassical warm brown walnut cabinet featuring two top drawers, burr walnut panelled doors, and intricate carved foliage drops.
Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian
Ref: SA1124486
A French Neoclassical warm brown walnut cabinet featuring two top drawers, burr walnut panelled doors, and intricate carved foliage drops.
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  • ObjectSideboards & Buffets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Neoclassical
  • MaterialWalnut, Burr Walnut
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut panels, Carved foliage drops, Fluted pilasters, Geometric moulding
  • SizeH 88.5 cm (35 in) x W 105.5 cm (42 in) x D 52.5 cm (21 in)

This is an antique French Neoclassical drawing room cabinet from the Victorian period, dating to circa 1850. Constructed from a combination of burr walnut, chestnut and oak, it displays rich caramel hues and fine grain interest across its surfaces. The buffet features a stout chestnut plinth top with a wide tiered edge, a single wide drawer across the apron fitted with turned pendant drop handles, and double cabinet doors decorated with burr walnut panels and geometric moulding. Relief-carved floral swags adorn the fluted pilasters framing the doors, while the piece stands on a quartet of squat disc-shaped bun feet. Measuring 88.5 cm high, 105.5 cm wide and 52.5 cm deep, this practical sideboard serves well in a living room, dining room or hallway for display purposes and storage. Its sturdy construction and aged patina make it a refined addition to traditional or period interiors within a fine home today.

FAQs

French Neoclassical furniture emerged in the late 18th century as a return to classical symmetry, restraint, and architectural proportions inspired by Greek and Roman antiquity. Characteristics include fluted columns, geometric panel moulding, foliage carvings, and balanced silhouettes that contrast with the earlier ornate Rococo curves.

Cabinets from this era were predominantly constructed using solid European walnut framing alongside figure-rich burr walnut veneers for door panels and drawer fronts. Secondary timbers such as pine or oak were used for internal drawer linings and backboards, while brass or bronze was employed for escutcheons and handles.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, irregular saw marks on unpolished rear panels, and natural oxidisation of the timber. Original locks, hand-carved architectural details, and a deep, aged wax patina further confirm authentic 19th-century craftsmanship.

A classic French walnut cabinet functions as a focal point in a dining room, hallway, or living area. Juxtaposing the rich timber and ornate carving against neutral walls, contemporary artwork, or minimalist ceramics creates a balanced interior scheme.

Maintain walnut furniture by dusting regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish annually to nourish the wood. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight, radiators, or moist areas to prevent cracking or warping of the timber veneers.
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