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Amazing 6 Piece French Burr Walnut Bedroom Suite
Amazing 6 Piece French 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 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 Centre 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.
Size of Bed Headboard:
Height 59" (150cm)
Width 78" 198cm)
Depth of Bed 84" (213cm)
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.
Size Commode:
Height 39" (99cm)
Width 59" (150cm)
Depth 22" (56cm)
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.
Size:
Height 93" (236cm)
Width 57" (145cm)
Depth 24" (61cm)
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.
Size:
Height 65" (165cm)
Width 44" (112cm)
Depth 22" (56cm)
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.
Size:
Height 33" (84cm)
Width 21" (53cm)
Depth 15 1/2" (39cm)
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.
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Norfolk
Tel : 01603 629999
Non UK callers : +44 1603 629999
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 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 Centre 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.
Size of Bed Headboard:
Height 59" (150cm)
Width 78" 198cm)
Depth of Bed 84" (213cm)
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.
Size Commode:
Height 39" (99cm)
Width 59" (150cm)
Depth 22" (56cm)
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.
Size:
Height 93" (236cm)
Width 57" (145cm)
Depth 24" (61cm)
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.
Size:
Height 65" (165cm)
Width 44" (112cm)
Depth 22" (56cm)
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.
Size:
Height 33" (84cm)
Width 21" (53cm)
Depth 15 1/2" (39cm)
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.
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Date 1870
18th Century Antiques Material Burr Walnut
Origin French
Item code as328a2573 / Bedroom Suite
Status For Sale
£55000.00 
$68711.50
€63921.00
$68711.50
€63921.00
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View all stock from
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Private DealerBy appointment only
Norwich
Norfolk
Tel : 01603 629999
Non UK callers : +44 1603 629999
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