Description: VICTORIAN BURLED WALNUT & MARQUETRY INLAID RENAISSANCE REVIVAL MARBLE TOP CONSOLE TABLE OR SIDEBOARDWith our absolute highest compliments Bay Colony Antiques takes the utmost pleasure in offering this wonderful Victorian console table or sideboard. Anytime we have the chance to procure one of these consoles for our inventory we are elated as we have been fortunate to sell several in the past few years which all went into wonderful homes. Typically these pieces are expected to have condition issues of some variety due in part to the sensitive nature of exotic burl wood veneers, heavy slabs of marble, and mirrored glass components. This example is in the absolute finest condition we have ever found a console to be in as it has been meticulously cared for throughout a century and a half of existence. The most important considerations in owning an example such as this is to maintain the piece in a climate with proper humidity control and to only allow experienced antique furniture movers to handle it should having the console moved ever become necessary. Anytime furniture is constructed with both exotic or burled veneers applied over large curved elements such as the doors on either end of the cabinet special care must be taken so that seasoning splits do not develop over time. Special care is also required in handling antique marble as by its nature the marble is heavy and prone to being mishandled when precautions are not taken to move it. We feel it necessary to denote how well cared for this antique console has been treated as it is in remarkable condition and just as beautiful as the day it was made.This antique console, or sideboard as they are interchangeably referred to, was constructed during the 19th century at the height of the Victorian movement. The entire piece has a sophisticated form which employs curvature and rounded elements across the length of the cabinet. The original marble top is cut and profiled to match the overall form of the cabinet with a finely molded edge having been applied to the frontward facing edge. The degree of precision employed in producing the marble top is nearly unheard of by todays standard and to have a new marble surface made by a marble cutter working today would easily exceed the cost of what we are selling this entire cabinet for. A burled walnut veneered surface is applied to the entirety of the cabinet with a masterful execution of marquetry inlaid designs hand labored into all sides of the console. There are three doors which open to allow for plentiful storage with the center door having a wonderful mirrored glass panel. Both ends of the console have finely curved doors which require a craftsman with a technical mastery of woodworking to endeavor to build. The cabinet features finely applied molding across the length of the piece and along both curved ends as well as finely pronounced baseboard. The overall cabinet has a beautiful color which is further enhanced whenever sunlight is available. We note the absence of cabinet locks from the interior and beyond that this sideboard is in pristine condition only requiring a deserving home where it will be cherished for years to come. This marble top console measures 55" wide x 18" deep x 35 1/2" tall overall. WELCOMEWe are a wholly owned family business in our third decade of continuous operation. We have a large inventory of fine antiques ranging from Early American, Federal, Chippendale, Empire, Centennial, Victorian, 20th Century custom mahogany, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern antique furniture along with decorative arts from across the globe. All the items we offer to the general public are high quality estate pieces. We do not offer goods with significant flaws or defects. We completely avoid items with issues. You can expect the items we sell to have reasonable wear and tear. Due to the large volume of goods we deal in we cannot describe items in minutia. We do our best to give you an accurate condition report in our description of the items. We have expert woodworkers and re-finishers on staff to service any piece of furniture we offer. We represent all merchandise in absolute good faith and to the very best of our ability. Please ask all questions, including, but not limited to, shipping costs prior to purchase. All items are sold as is and from their location. If you would like to find out about any number of our services, including appraisals and restoration, please ask us about our website for more information. SHIPPING & DELIVERIES We deliver within a 250 mile range of zip code 01105 for a low cost flat rate. We specialize in New York City and Boston deliveries at extremely reasonable rates. For items requiring shipping beyond our delivery zone, we offer freight or “Ground Services” shipping, depending on the size of the items. We ship anywhere within the Continental United States. Items will require packaging and palletizing for freight shipments. The buyer is responsible for the cost of materials only for this service. We perform this service without the cost of labor as an appreciation for your patronage. Freight class shipping is the fastest and most cost effective method of shipping large items. We can reach anywhere in America with a large shipment within 7-10 business days. We buy materials in bulk to save you excessive costs. The materials required for proper crating of items for their safe transit is so specialized we may need up to 7-10 business days to make sure we get absolutely what is required & do the best job possible. We go the extra mile by designing premium customized furniture crates for the ultimate protection of your purchase. We ship from our facility with a loading dock on a major trucking artery. This and our “volume shippers” discount creates a substantial lower cost for you. The least expensive method of shipping is business to business with loading docks. Next is a business without a dock and the last option is shipping to a resident. We are sending your shipments with freight carriers. They are not furniture movers who bring the items into your home. You are provided with curbside delivery of your shipments. We can get you special services in certain cases, but you are responsible for telling us you require them and for the extra cost of these services, if you instruct our shippers to provide services beyond curbside deliveries. We are responsible for any additional services and charged for these services. We absolutely maintain our right to collect the costs of these charges for services we did not authorize or were prepaid for. MERCHANDISE PICK UP AND STORAGEAll our customers are welcome to come to our facility to pick up their purchases free of charge. You can expect friendly help in loading your purchase in your vehicle. We ask that you come ready to transport your purchase by having ample pads or blankets to protect your item in transit. We don’t like to send nice people off with things tied to roof racks. We also do not desire to charge storage fees, but we are holding some purchases for over three years now and are under no contract to. We are not a storage facility. We are happy to hold your items for a reasonable pre-agreed upon period. Beyond or absent any specified contract a $50.00 dollar per week storage fee will apply.ON-LINE SALES/TERMS OF USEAll Massachusetts residents are subject to the 6.25% sales tax unless you possess a valid resale number from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We do not accept returns so please, ask all questions prior to submitting an offer or purchasing. We have a zero tolerance policy for non-paying buyers. Any offer we accept is a binding sale and subject to the conditions herein. Massachusetts General Law applies to all sales. Bidding on and purchasing any item is under the acknowledgment of the buyer and is consent to the contractual agreement set forth herein. This agreement is in full force and effect on any item purchased through our Ebay store and on items purchased through us and our gallery. We strive to make your on-line buying experience as easy and pleasant as possible. We accept all major credit cards and are delighted to answer any questions that you may have or provide services you may need.
Price: 2675 USD
Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
End Time: 2024-08-20T15:15:13.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Antique: Yes
Color: Multicolor
Material: Marble, Walnut
Item Length: 18 in
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Sideboard
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 35.5 in
Style: Victorian
Number of Doors: 3
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Item Width: 55 in
Handmade: Yes