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Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Unusual Carved Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe
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Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Unusual Carved Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe

19th century
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Outstanding quality large antique Victorian unusual carved burr walnut 3 door wardrobe having a magnificent quality carved walnut shaped cornice above a large burr walnut bevelled edge mirror door opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of 3 sliding trays and 3 drawers with original brass handles flanked by a pair of burr walnut oval mirror doors opening to reveal a single drawer and hanging space, fabulous carved walnut corbel, burr walnut sides, standing on a plinth base.

An outstanding piece displaying superior craftsmanship.

Dimensions:

Height 235 cm (92.52 in)

Width 227 cm (89.37 in)

Depth 56.5 cm(22.24 in)

Dated 1850

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Wardrobe to the 1850s.

Independent Date Check ID 09652791
Dealer's Item Date1850s
Sellingantiques Date1850s
Sellingantiques agingItem 150-175 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1850s:
Hand-carved crest and corbels: crisp Victorian rococo revival detailing.
Book-matched burr walnut veneers: popular timber choice of the mid-to-late 19th century.
Original brass bail handles on the interior drawers: fittings from the mid-Victorian period.
Sliding linen trays in the centre section: traditional compactum wardrobe arrangement.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
235cm (92.52")
Width
227cm (89.37")
Depth
56.5cm (22.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1236113
Dealers Internal Reference
2755
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Description
Outstanding quality large antique Victorian unusual carved burr walnut 3 door wardrobe having a magnificent quality carved walnut shaped cornice above a large burr walnut bevelled edge mirror door opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of 3 sliding trays and 3 drawers with original brass handles flanked by a pair of burr walnut oval mirror doors opening to reveal a single drawer and hanging space, fabulous carved walnut corbel, burr walnut sides, standing on a plinth base.

An outstanding piece displaying superior craftsmanship.

Dimensions:

Height 235 cm (92.52 in)

Width 227 cm (89.37 in)

Depth 56.5 cm(22.24 in)

Dated 1850

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Wardrobe to the 1850s.

Independent Date Report ID 09652791
Dealer's Item Date1850s
Sellingantiques dating1850s
Sellingantiques agingItem 150-175 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1850s:
Hand-carved crest and corbels: crisp Victorian rococo revival detailing.
Book-matched burr walnut veneers: popular timber choice of the mid-to-late 19th century.
Original brass bail handles on the interior drawers: fittings from the mid-Victorian period.
Sliding linen trays in the centre section: traditional compactum wardrobe arrangement.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
235cm (92.52")
Width
227cm (89.37")
Depth
56.5cm (22.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236113
Dealers Internal Ref
2755
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 large Victorian burr walnut three-door wardrobe with a central arched mirrored door, oval mirrors set into side panels, and carved pediment details.

Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Unusual Carved Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe

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A large Victorian burr walnut three-door wardrobe with a central arched mirrored door, oval mirrors set into side panels, and carved pediment details.
Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Unusual Carved Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe
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  • ObjectWardrobes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, central arched mirror, oval mirror insets, carved corbels
  • SizeH 235 cm (93 in) x W 227 cm (89 in) x D 56.5 cm (22 in)

This large Victorian three-door wardrobe dates from 1850 and is executed in warm brown burr walnut veneer with glass. The shaped cornice displays ornate walnut carving at the centre, accompanied by carved corbels positioned above the panel joins, and the piece stands firmly on a plinth base. A large bevelled mirror door with an arched top occupies the centre, flanked by two side doors that each incorporate an oval mirror insert within moulded framing. Brass knobs serve as hardware on the outer doors, complementing the overall architectural presence of the woodwork. Measuring 235 cm high, 227 cm wide, and 56.5 cm deep, the unit provides substantial storage capacity. Position this impressive wardrobe in a master bedroom to function as a grand freestanding storage wardrobe for garments and linens. The mirrored doors serve to reflect light around a dressing room or large bedroom while adding depth and traditional character to the interior scheme.

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Victorian burr walnut wardrobes are substantial storage pieces dating from the mid-to-late nineteenth century. They feature highly figured burr walnut veneers cut from tree growths, frequently combined with mirrored doors, arched pediments, and hand-carved decorative brackets or crestings.

These wardrobes were typically constructed using solid pine or oak frames overlaid with thick walnut veneers. High-grade examples feature hand-cut dovetail joints, solid brass lock mechanisms, bevelled plate glass mirrors, and modular construction designed for assembly inside upper-floor bedrooms.

Authentic nineteenth-century pieces display hand-sawn backboards, irregularities in hand-cut dovetails, and genuine aged patina on the unfinished secondary timbers. Locks and hinges should show period-appropriate brass manufacturing, and veneers from this era are thicker than modern sliced veneers.

A large burr walnut wardrobe serves as a focal piece in master bedrooms, dressing rooms, or wide entry hallways. Pairing dark walnut tones with neutral wall palettes, linen textiles, and minimal modern decor creates a balanced contrast between historical craft and modern styling.

Maintain burr walnut surfaces by applying a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year using a soft lint-free cloth. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent veneer movement, lifting, or fading of the timber colour.
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