US$6,360.02 This is a superb antique Victorian burr walnut and inlaid credenza, circa 1860 in date. Oozing sophistication and charm, this credenza is the absolute epitome of Victorian high society. The entire piece highlights the unique and truly exceptional pattern of the burr walnut and this is further complimented by the tulipwood and amboyna crossbanding, the elegant satinwood inlaid decoration, the beautiful hand painted Sevres porcelain plaques and the elegant ormolu mounts . It has elegant curved glass bow end doors on either side and a panelled door in the centre with a beautiful hand painted Sevres style porcelain plaque depicting a courting couple with a pair of smaller plaques above, and fabulous ormolu mounts. An elegant pair of inlaid half columns flank the central door.The interior has been lined in an elegant blue fabric. The central door opens to reveal two shelves and plenty of storage space for drinks, glasses, crockery, etc,. This is a stunning piece which is sure to attract a lot of attention. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully restored, and the interior relined, in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 104 x Width 164 x Depth 45 Dimensions in inches: Height 3 feet, 5 inches x Width 5 feet, 5 inches x Depth 1 foot, 6 inches Burr Walnut refers to the swirling figure present in nearly all walnut when cut and polished, and especially in the wood taken from the base of the tree where it joins the roots. However the true burr is a rare growth on the tree where hundreds of tiny branches have started to grow. Burr walnut produces some of the most complex and beautiful figuring you can find. Sevres Porcelain traces its roots in France to early craftsmen who had small manufacturing operations...