Finishing walnut

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How would I finish walnut to get the 18th c reddish color; also is using a grain filler period correct?
 
A light yellow aniline dye with a red tinge added should do the trick. Remember to wet the surface with water to raise the grain first before shading. Watch out for overlap.
 
I like a coat of Orange or garnet shellac. try a 1 to 1 1/2 pound coat and use it like a toner. Once you get the color right use clear shellac. Try any of these ideas on scrap first.
 
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