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Large Antique Buffet Server, English, Side Cabinet, Display Whatnot, Victorian
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Large Antique Buffet Server, English, Side Cabinet, Display Whatnot, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a large antique buffet server. An English, mahogany side cabinet with display tiers, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.

Striking buffet, with beautiful colour and open display shelves

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order

Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout

Delightful colour, with rich caramel hues beneath a wax polish finish

Arranged as a trio of graduated tiers, supported upon fascinating C-scroll risers

Upper tier finished with a distinctive wavy edge apron

Generously sized, inset drawer to the mid point, with blind pull

Pair of cabinet doors accentuated with carved leaf moulding

Right hand door dressed with a brass lined, inset working lock — key present

Left hand door opens to reveal a pair of plate slides, with a trio of shelves opposite

This is an exceptional antique buffet server, presenting a finely crafted, generous proportion and graced with wonderful colour and decorative flourishes. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 107cm (42.25'')

Max Depth: 50cm (19.75'')

Max Height: 151cm (59.5'')

Middle Tier Height: 30cm (11.75'')

Lower Tier Height: 35cm (13.75'')

Cabinet Width: 47cm (18.5'')

Cabinet Depth: 37.5cm (14.75'')

Upper Shelf Height: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Middle Shelf Height: 19cm (7.5'')

Lower Shelf Height: 19cm (7.5'')

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

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Our Ref: 24539

Physical Dimensions
Height
151cm (59.45")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Buffet Server to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1087004
Dealers Internal Reference
24539
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Description
This is a large antique buffet server.
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An English, mahogany side cabinet with display tiers, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.
London Fine Antiques

Striking buffet, with beautiful colour and open display shelves

fig 1. An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights.
fig 1. Large Antique Buffet Server, English, Side Cabinet, Display Whatnot, Victorian

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order

Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout

Delightful colour, with rich caramel hues beneath a wax polish finish

Arranged as a trio of graduated tiers, supported upon fascinating C-scroll risers

fig 2. An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights.
fig 2. Large Antique Buffet Server, English, Side Cabinet, Display Whatnot, Victorian

Upper tier finished with a distinctive wavy edge apron

Generously sized, inset drawer to the mid point, with blind pull

Pair of cabinet doors accentuated with carved leaf moulding

Right hand door dressed with a brass lined, inset working lock — key present

fig 3. An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights.
fig 3. Large Antique Buffet Server, English, Side Cabinet, Display Whatnot, Victorian

Left hand door opens to reveal a pair of plate slides, with a trio of shelves opposite

This is an exceptional antique buffet server, presenting a finely crafted, generous proportion and graced with wonderful colour and decorative flourishes. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 4. An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights.
fig 4. Large Antique Buffet Server, English, Side Cabinet, Display Whatnot, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 107cm (42.25'')

Max Depth: 50cm (19.75'')

Max Height: 151cm (59.5'')

Middle Tier Height: 30cm (11.75'')

Lower Tier Height: 35cm (13.75'')

Cabinet Width: 47cm (18.5'')

Cabinet Depth: 37.5cm (14.75'')

fig 5. An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights.
fig 5. Large Antique Buffet Server, English, Side Cabinet, Display Whatnot, Victorian

Upper Shelf Height: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Middle Shelf Height: 19cm (7.5'')

Lower Shelf Height: 19cm (7.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 6. An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights.
fig 6. Large Antique Buffet Server, English, Side Cabinet, Display Whatnot, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24539

Height
151cm (59.45")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Buffet Server to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1087004
Dealers Internal Ref
24539
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Archive I An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights.

Large Antique Buffet Server, English, Side Cabinet, Display Whatnot, Victorian

Archive II An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights. View II
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Archive V An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights. View V
Archive VI An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights. View VI
Archive VII An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights. View VII
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An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights.
Large Antique Buffet Server, English, Side Cabinet, Display Whatnot, Victorian
Ref: SA1087004
An antique Victorian mahogany buffet server featuring a two-door lower cupboard base and a two-tier open shelf superstructure supported by carved scroll uprights.
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FAQs

A Victorian buffet server is a multi-tiered dining room storage piece designed for serving food and displaying tableware during formal meals. Originating in the 19th century, these units typically feature an enclosed lower cupboard base paired with open upper shelves supported by decorative carved uprights.

Victorian buffet servers were predominantly constructed using dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak. Higher quality examples featured rich flame mahogany veneers, hand-carved decorative supports, solid brass locks, and small brass or wooden castors at the base.

Authentic Victorian servers exhibit period construction techniques, including hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawer construction, original brass locks, and natural timber shrinkage lines on back panels. Look for hand-carved scrollwork and genuine wear on the base perimeter and shelves consistent with age.

In modern interiors, an antique buffet server functions well as a dining room side station, an entryway console, or a home bar setup. The open upper tiers allow for displaying ceramics, glassware, or books, balancing the heavier visual weight of the solid lower cabinet.

Maintain antique mahogany by regularly dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the wood finish. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber warping and finish bleaching.
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