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Antique Carved Mahogany Torchere/plant Stand
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Antique Carved Mahogany Torchere/plant Stand

19th century
Sold 8 June 2026 · London City Antiques
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Antique carved mahogany torchere/plant stand having a mahogany dish top supported by a fabulous carved shaped turned column raised on three shaped cabriole legs with pad feet.

An elegant example in wonderful original condition and boasting beautiful carvings

Height 125.5 cm (49.40 in)

Width 59 cm (23.23 in)

Depth 59 cm (23.23 in)

Diameter of dish top 23 cm (9.05 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Carved Mahogany Torchere to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
125.5cm (49.41")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Reference Numbers
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SA1074331
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2345
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Antique carved mahogany torchere/plant stand having a mahogany dish top supported by a fabulous carved shaped turned column raised on three shaped cabriole legs with pad feet.

An elegant example in wonderful original condition and boasting beautiful carvings

Height 125.5 cm (49.40 in)

Width 59 cm (23.23 in)

Depth 59 cm (23.23 in)

Diameter of dish top 23 cm (9.05 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Carved Mahogany Torchere to the 1860s.

Height
125.5cm (49.41")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1074331
Dealers Internal Ref
2345
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A tall, dark brown carved mahogany torchere stand featuring a barley twist column and tripod legs. SOLD8 JUN 26
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Archive I A tall, dark brown carved mahogany torchere stand featuring a barley twist column and tripod legs. SOLD8 JUN 26

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A tall, dark brown carved mahogany torchere stand featuring a barley twist column and tripod legs.
Antique Carved Mahogany Torchere/Plant Stand
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A tall, dark brown carved mahogany torchere stand featuring a barley twist column and tripod legs.
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  • ObjectPlant Stands & Pedestals
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBarley twist column, Tripod cabriole legs, Carved acanthus leaves
  • SizeH 125.5 cm (49 in) x W 59 cm (23 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

A torchere is a tall, slender stand originally designed in the 17th and 18th centuries to hold candles or lighting before the advent of electricity, later evolving to display vases, sculptures, and plants.

Traditional torcheres are crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, featuring turned central shafts, intricate hand-carved details, and sturdy tripod or multi-footed bases for stability.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-turned tool marks, natural timber oxidisation, and wear patterns consistent with age rather than artificial distressing.

A torchere can be utilised in empty corners or beside seating arrangements to elevate potted trailing plants, bronze sculptures, or ceramic vessels, adding vertical dimension to a room.

Preserve antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, and dust regularly with a dry, soft cloth while avoiding harsh chemical polishes.
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