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Amazing 6 Piece French Burr Walnut & Marquetry Bedroom Suite (1 of 41)
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Amazing 6 Piece French Burr Walnut & Marquetry Bedroom Suite

REF: Bedroom Suite / LA476013
£55,000
€64,249
$69,183
Certified DealerApproved item2106 sales by dealer
Certified DealerApproved item2106 sales by dealer
Description
Amazing 6 piece 19th Century French antique burr walnut and marquetry bedroom suite. This suite comprises of a large gentleman's wardrobe, a ladies wardrobe, super king size bed. marble top commode and a pair of marble top bedside cabinets. The whole 10 of the suite being of a serpentine and bombe form, this being the most technically difficult style of furniture to produce. The whole of the suite having an array of marquetry inlays consisting of cherubs, urns, floral decoration, creeping vines etc. The ecntre piece of this suite being a super king size bed, featuring hand-cut marquetry veneers, burr walnut and kingwood crossbanding. Both the headboard and footboard being of a bombe form. the marquetry inlays of the bed featuring cherubs, an urn and wonderful scrolling decoration. The marble top commode being of a bombe and serpentine form and features wonderful marquetry detail to the front and sides. Having 3 graduated drawers. Large gentleman's wardrobe being of as bombe and serpentine form. standing upon cabriole legs. once again this wardrobe having the best burr walnut veneers and hand applied marquetry inlays. The interior of the wardrobe having a fitted clothes rail and the reverse of the doors having mirrors. Please note this wardrobe is in one piece (the doors will lift off) so good access is required. The ladies wardrobe being of a bombe and serpentine form. again this wonderful wardrobe features superb burr walnut veneers and hand cut marquetry detail. the interior having 6 drop down compartments. The pair of bedside cabinets being of a bombe and serpentine form. again with the best burr walnut veneers and hand cut marquetry inlays. the interiors being of a porcelain form. The bedsides finished with marble tops. this suite being of the best quality and craftmanship. very difficult to find a complete suite of such quality and outstanding condition. French Burr Walnut: Burr Walnut refers to a type of walnut wood that has a distinctive swirling grain pattern caused by irregularities in the tree's growth. French Burr Walnut is highly prized for its rich, dark color and attractive figuring. Marquetry: Marquetry is a decorative technique where pieces of wood, shell, or other materials are inlaid into the surface of furniture to create intricate patterns or pictures. It's a form of artistry often associated with high-quality furniture craftsmanship. Bombe: Bombe refers to a style of furniture that features a swelling or bulging shape, giving the piece a three-dimensional, curved appearance. This design element is often associated with French Rococo and Baroque furniture. Serpentine: Serpentine refers to a sinuous, curving shape. In furniture, a serpentine design often involves gracefully curved lines, adding a sense of movement and elegance. Putting it all together, a bedroom suite described as "French Burr Walnut and Marquetry Bombe and Serpentine" would likely feature a dark, swirling walnut wood with intricate inlaid patterns, a bulging or curved shape, and sinuous lines, creating a luxurious and visually appealing set of bedroom furniture. This style is often associated with traditional and antique furniture, particularly from the 18th century French Rococo and Baroque periods. Such pieces are likely to showcase exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
measurements
Height:
236 cm
Width:
145 cm
Depth:
61 cm
Size of Bed Headboard:- Height 150cm Width 198cm Depth of Bed 213cm Size Commode:- Height 99cm Width 150cm Depth 56cm Wardrobe:- Height 165cm Width 112cm Depth 56cm Bedsides:- Height 84cm Width 53cm Depth 39cm
declaration
Philip Hunt Antiques has clarified that the Amazing 6 Piece French Burr Walnut & Marquetry Bedroom Suite (LA476013) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1870
condition
In very good condition
additional info
Date of Manufacture:
c.1870
location
This Amazing 6 Piece French Burr Walnut & Marquetry Bedroom Suite is located in Norfolk, United Kingdom

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