Neoclassical Walnut Fireplace Surround with Carved Busts, 19th Century
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A 19th century burr and figured walnut fireplace surround, with carved neoclassical busts surmounting the tapering pilasters. 175 x 121 cm
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- Burr - Burr (or in the USA, burl) is the timber from the knotted roots or deformed branch of the tree, which when cut, displays the small circular knots in various gradations of colour. It is always cut into a decorative veneer, most commonly seen as burr walnut on 19th century furniture.
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