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Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Sewing and Writing/lamp Table
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Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Sewing and Writing/lamp Table

19th century
Sold 15 October 2025 · London City Antiques
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Outstanding quality antique Victorian burr walnut sewing and writing/lamp table having a quality burr walnut shaped lift up top with a moulded edge opening to reveal a pair of ink wells, pen tray and a green leather writing surface above a single fitted sewing drawer supported by two carved walnut columns standing on shaped carved cabriole legs with original porcelain castors united by a carved walnut stretcher.

An unusual and exceptional example of first class quality, the interior looks untouched and in perfect condition. This would make a fabulous lamp table, occasional desk or bedside cabinet. The sewing drawer is removable.

We can offer our own very competitive international shipping with delivery in most cases within 21 days. Please ask us for details.

Dimensions:

Height 71 cm (27.95 in)

Width 62 cm (24.41 in)

Depth 42.5 cm (16.73 in)

Dated 1860

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
42.5cm (16.73")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1159190
Dealers Internal Reference
2828
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Outstanding quality antique Victorian burr walnut sewing and writing/lamp table having a quality burr walnut shaped lift up top with a moulded edge opening to reveal a pair of ink wells, pen tray and a green leather writing surface above a single fitted sewing drawer supported by two carved walnut columns standing on shaped carved cabriole legs with original porcelain castors united by a carved walnut stretcher.
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An unusual and exceptional example of first class quality, the interior looks untouched and in perfect condition.
London City Antiques

This would make a fabulous lamp table, occasional desk or bedside cabinet. The sewing drawer is removable.

fig 1. A Victorian burr walnut sewing table featuring a figured wooden top, a fitted drawer, a pleated fabric basket underneath, and carved scrolled legs with castors.
fig 1. Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Sewing and Writing/lamp Table

We can offer our own very competitive international shipping with delivery in most cases within 21 days. Please ask us for details.

Dimensions:

Height 71 cm (27.95 in)

Width 62 cm (24.41 in)

Depth 42.5 cm (16.73 in)

Dated 1860

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
42.5cm (16.73")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1159190
Dealers Internal Ref
2828
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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Archive I A Victorian burr walnut sewing table featuring a figured wooden top, a fitted drawer, a pleated fabric basket underneath, and carved scrolled legs with castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Archive II A Victorian burr walnut sewing table featuring a figured wooden top, a fitted drawer, a pleated fabric basket underneath, and carved scrolled legs with castors. View II
Archive III A Victorian burr walnut sewing table featuring a figured wooden top, a fitted drawer, a pleated fabric basket underneath, and carved scrolled legs with castors. View III
Archive IV A Victorian burr walnut sewing table featuring a figured wooden top, a fitted drawer, a pleated fabric basket underneath, and carved scrolled legs with castors. View IV
Archive V A Victorian burr walnut sewing table featuring a figured wooden top, a fitted drawer, a pleated fabric basket underneath, and carved scrolled legs with castors. View V
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Archive VII A Victorian burr walnut sewing table featuring a figured wooden top, a fitted drawer, a pleated fabric basket underneath, and carved scrolled legs with castors. View VII
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A Victorian burr walnut sewing table featuring a figured wooden top, a fitted drawer, a pleated fabric basket underneath, and carved scrolled legs with castors.
Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Sewing and Writing/Lamp Table
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSewing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Pine, Silk
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Carved scrolled legs, Pleated fabric bag, Turned stretchers
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 42.5 cm (17 in)

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A Victorian sewing table, often called a work table, is a specialised piece of furniture designed during the 19th century to house sewing supplies, needlework, and crafting materials, frequently featuring a suspended fabric bag and internal compartments.

These tables were typically constructed from solid secondary woods like pine or mahogany, veneered with highly figured decorative hardwoods such as burr walnut, rosewood, or coromandel, and often incorporated turned wooden supports and silk or fabric components.

Authentic pieces exhibit period construction techniques such as hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional wood glues, period-appropriate timber shrinkage, hand-turned elements, and genuine wear consistent with 19th-century usage.

An antique sewing table functions effectively as a compact side table or occasional desk in a living room, study, or bedroom, adding texture and historical contrast alongside modern minimalist furnishings.

Maintain burr walnut by keeping it out of direct sunlight to prevent veneer fading, avoiding excessive moisture, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax to nourish and protect the wood finish.
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