burl

Wood from an abnormal or diseased portion of a tree root or trunk (often caused by injury to the bark). Burl wood is highly prized for furniture design because the grain exhibits spectacular mottled or speckled patterns that are used to create the beautiful veneers found in formal and provincial furniture. Although rare, burls are most often found in walnut and elm.

Antiques From Our Gallery

Item No. 545 Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition period vaisselier from Bresse In solid walnut inset with elm burl panels. Third quarter of the 18th century. 94" high by 58" wide by 25" deep

Item No. 142 French, Louis XV period armoire From Bresse, solid walnut with burl elm paneled doors, original hand forged hardware, full length door hinges, with a bottom drawer and beautifully scalloped apron ending in escargot feet. 61" wide by 24½" deep by 98" high

Item No. 76 French Provincial, Restoration period buffet In solid cherry, inset with elm burl panels. Early 19th century. 52" wide by 23½" deep by 40½" high

Item No. 12 French Provincial, Louis XV buffet Solid walnut and elm burl, pierced key plates, three small drawers, two cabinets. Circa 1780's. 57½" wide by 24" deep by 41½" high