Victorian Burr Walnut & Marquetry Octagonal Centre Table
Item Code: S27-774A
A fine quality Victorian centre table, beautifully constructed in richly figured burr walnut and retaining a striking octagonal top inlaid with elegant marquetry detail. The tabletop is centred by a beautifully matched burr walnut field, framed by an elaborate inlaid border featuring scrolling foliate motifs, all finished with a well-defined moulded edge.
The table is raised on an impressive tripod base, formed from boldly carved cabriole legs with deep acanthus scroll carving, united by a richly carved central boss and shaped stretcher. The legs terminate in scroll feet fitted with discreet castors, allowing ease of movement while maintaining excellent stability.
A highly decorative and versatile piece, ideal as a centre table, library table or statement occasional table, showcasing the quality craftsmanship and bold design associated with mid-Victorian furniture.
Key Features
* Victorian centre table
* Richly figured burr walnut
* Octagonal top with fine marquetry inlaid border
* Boldly carved cabriole legs with acanthus scroll detail
* Central carved boss and stretcher
* Original castors
* Excellent colour, grain and patina
* Ideal statement piece for both traditional and eclectic interiors
Dimensions
* Width: 120 cm
* Depth: 120 cm
* Height: 72 cm
declaration
FB Antiques has clarified that the Victorian Burr Walnut & Marquetry Octagonal Centre Table (LA560269) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1860