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Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Chess Table
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Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Chess Table

19th century
Sold 13 October 2025 · London City Antiques
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Description

Antique Victorian quality burr walnut chess table having a quality burr walnut shaped swizzle top with 2 drop leaves, inlaid chess board and two drawers supported by an elegant turned shaped carved pedestal column standing on three shaped carved cabriole legs with scroll feet

A charming table of desirable proportions making it also an excellent lamp or side table

Dimensions:

Height 65.5 cm (25.79 in)

Width 50 cm (19.68 in)

Depth 15.5 cm (6.10 in)

Open 58.5 cm (23.01 in)

Dated 1860

Physical Dimensions
Height
65.5cm (25.79")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Chess Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1135600
Dealers Internal Reference
2253
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Antique Victorian quality burr walnut chess table having a quality burr walnut shaped swizzle top with 2 drop leaves, inlaid chess board and two drawers supported by an elegant turned shaped carved pedestal column standing on three shaped carved cabriole legs with scroll feet
fig 1. A Victorian burr walnut games table featuring an inlaid chessboard top, a shaped folding leaf, and a carved tripod pedestal base.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Chess Table

A charming table of desirable proportions making it also an excellent lamp or side table

Dimensions:

Height 65.5 cm (25.79 in)

Width 50 cm (19.68 in)

Depth 15.5 cm (6.10 in)

Open 58.5 cm (23.01 in)

Dated 1860

Height
65.5cm (25.79")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Chess Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1135600
Dealers Internal Ref
2253
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A Victorian burr walnut games table featuring an inlaid chessboard top, a shaped folding leaf, and a carved tripod pedestal base.
Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Chess Table
Ref: SA1135600
A Victorian burr walnut games table featuring an inlaid chessboard top, a shaped folding leaf, and a carved tripod pedestal base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectGames Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Hardwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsInlaid chessboard, Tripod pedestal base, Carved cabriole legs, Book-matched burr walnut veneer
  • SizeH 65.5 cm (26 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 15.5 cm (6 in)

FAQs

A Victorian games table is a specialized piece of furniture designed for leisure activities such as chess, backgammon, and cards, often featuring folding leaves and intricate woodwork.

These tables were typically constructed from hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, and walnut, frequently accented with decorative veneers like burr walnut and marquetry inlays.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-carved pedestal bases, genuine wood veneers with natural ageing, and functional compartments or folding mechanisms characteristic of the 19th century.

An antique games table can serve as a focal point in a living room or study, paired with contemporary seating to create a balanced mix of historical texture and modern design.

Preserve antique walnut by keeping it out of direct sunlight, maintaining stable indoor humidity, and occasionally applying appropriate furniture wax to nourish the wood.
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