Object Description
This is a lovely antique Victorian burr walnut coffee table, circa 1860 in date.
The oval table top features a beautifully figured ‘mirrored’ burr walnut veneer.
The base has been hand carved from solid walnut and stands on four cabriole legs with foliate carved decoration.
There is no mistaking the unique quality and elaborate design, which is certain to make it a talking point in your home and a fine embellishment to your reception room.
This piece is truly unique and is guaranteed to bring beauty and charm to your home for many years to come.
Condition:
In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 57 x Width 135 x Depth 103
Dimensions in inches:
Height 1 foot, 10 inches x Width 4 foot, 5 inches x Depth 3 foot, 5 inches
Figured Walnut and Burr Walnut (often referred to as Burl Walnut) were considered as the most attractive varieties of Walnut. Burr Walnut veneer was taken from the specific part of the tree where ‘growths’ sprouting smaller branches and/ or roots would occur. As these ‘growth’ areas were limited in both occurrence and size, larger veneers were hard to source and often on bigger furniture (tables, desks, bureaus, cabinets etc), these veneers would have to be carefully joined by matching up the pieces or blending them togethe
Our reference: A3448