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Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Hollow Barley Twist 6 Tier Whatnot Display Shelf
Lincoln Restorations
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Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Hollow Barley Twist 6 Tier Whatnot Display Shelf

19th century
Description

A Rare Victorian 6 tier Barley Twist Whatnot.

A Lovely Walnut Whatnot.

We bring to you the most outstanding example of a mid Victorian Walnut 6 tier Whatnot which is believed to be made around C1860. This absolutely stunning Whatnot is in fantastic original condition which we have just enhanced by sympathetically cleaning and carefully waxing to its lovely sheen.

The Whatnot has a finely fret-worked top pediment which stands proudly above its 3 tier descending mirror back which is complete with its original glass with very little foxing for its age. The Whatnot has 6 serpentine shaped display shelves in total with a fretwork apron to follow along the underside of each shelf which is supported by the most exquisitely crafted hollow barley twist turned supports. The Whatnot has lovely turned finials to the top portion and stands proudly on its lovely turned legs.

The display stand is made of the highest quality featuring its original glazed French polished finish and t here is no excessive movement or play in any of the joints, the tops are flat without bowing or twisting.

There is one brass plate bracket to the rear (later addition) which we recommend is fixed to a wall with one screw just to ensure the item cannot fall if it is accidentally knocked.

Please note this item is in beautiful condition for its age as shown in the photographs below however being an antique there may be minor repairs and imperfections here and there. However, we feel that these points are which adds charm and character to a piece.

Dimensions

Height to top pediment: 1525mm

Height to top shelf: 1415mm

Height to 2nd shelf: 1245mm

Height to 3rd shelf: 1050mm

Height to 4th shelf: 835mm

Height to 5th shelf: 505mm

Height to bottom shelf: 170mm

Width : 660mm

Depth: 300mm

Delivery

*Private insured courier normally £60 for this item, enquire for accurate quote*

Physical Dimensions
Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

Lincoln Restorations has dated this Victorian Walnut Whatnot Shelf to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1047241
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Description
A Rare Victorian 6 tier Barley Twist Whatnot.

A Lovely Walnut Whatnot.

“
We bring to you the most outstanding example of a mid Victorian Walnut 6 tier Whatnot which is believed to be made around C1860.
Lincoln Restorations

This absolutely stunning Whatnot is in fantastic original condition which we have just enhanced by sympathetically cleaning and carefully waxing to its lovely sheen.

fig 1. A Victorian six-tier walnut whatnot display shelf featuring hollow barley twist columns, mirrored back panels, and carved fretwork cresting.
fig 1. Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Hollow Barley Twist 6 Tier Whatnot Display Shelf

The Whatnot has a finely fret-worked top pediment which stands proudly above its 3 tier descending mirror back which is complete with its original glass with very little foxing for its age. The Whatnot has 6 serpentine shaped display shelves in total with a fretwork apron to follow along the underside of each shelf which is supported by the most exquisitely crafted hollow barley twist turned supports. The Whatnot has lovely turned finials to the top portion and stands proudly on its lovely turned legs.

fig 2. A Victorian six-tier walnut whatnot display shelf featuring hollow barley twist columns, mirrored back panels, and carved fretwork cresting.
fig 2. Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Hollow Barley Twist 6 Tier Whatnot Display Shelf

The display stand is made of the highest quality featuring its original glazed French polished finish and t here is no excessive movement or play in any of the joints, the tops are flat without bowing or twisting.

fig 3. A Victorian six-tier walnut whatnot display shelf featuring hollow barley twist columns, mirrored back panels, and carved fretwork cresting.
fig 3. Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Hollow Barley Twist 6 Tier Whatnot Display Shelf

There is one brass plate bracket to the rear (later addition) which we recommend is fixed to a wall with one screw just to ensure the item cannot fall if it is accidentally knocked.

Please note this item is in beautiful condition for its age as shown in the photographs below however being an antique there may be minor repairs and imperfections here and there. However, we feel that these points are which adds charm and character to a piece.

fig 4. A Victorian six-tier walnut whatnot display shelf featuring hollow barley twist columns, mirrored back panels, and carved fretwork cresting.
fig 4. Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Hollow Barley Twist 6 Tier Whatnot Display Shelf

Dimensions

Height to top pediment: 1525mm

Height to top shelf: 1415mm

Height to 2nd shelf: 1245mm

Height to 3rd shelf: 1050mm

Height to 4th shelf: 835mm

Height to 5th shelf: 505mm

Height to bottom shelf: 170mm

Width : 660mm

Depth: 300mm

Delivery

Private insured courier normally £60 for this item, enquire for accurate quote*

Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

Lincoln Restorations has dated this Victorian Walnut Whatnot Shelf to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1047241
Lincoln Restorations
Lincoln Restorations
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Specialist antique furniture and safe restorers. - to buy from US, please visit our website and search for the item number (numbers only) -

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A Victorian six-tier walnut whatnot display shelf featuring hollow barley twist columns, mirrored back panels, and carved fretwork cresting.
Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Hollow Barley Twist 6 Tier Whatnot Display Shelf
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A whatnot is a piece of 19th-century furniture featuring open shelves supported by turned posts, designed to display ornaments, books, and curiosities. Popular during the Victorian era, these items were commonly placed in drawing rooms to display personal collections.

Victorian whatnots were typically crafted from hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood. Construction often involved decorative woodturning, such as barley twist or spiral-turned supports, along with fretwork cresting and occasional mirror-backed panels.

Authentic Victorian pieces feature period construction techniques, including hand-carved details, original wood grain variations, and naturally aged patination. Look for hollow or solid barley twist turnings, dovetail or mortise-and-tenon joints, and period-correct mirror glass.

A Victorian whatnot can be styled in modern homes by mixing antique ceramics, small potted plants, and modern art books on its open shelves. Placing it in a hallway, living room corner, or alcove creates vertical interest without overpowering smaller rooms.

Keep walnut furniture away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood shrinkage and fading. Dust regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the wood finish.
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