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Superb Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury Whatnot , Stamped by T Wilson of London.
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Superb Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury Whatnot , Stamped by T Wilson of London.

19th century
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Sold 22 June 2025 · Antiquus
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A beautifully fretted Canterbury whatnot with choice burr walnut veneer stamped by maker T Wilson 68 GT Queen Street London. All in good condition but 2 X top side returns are missing. Original castors with a useful drawer to base. all of a top quality as you would expect of a london maker Delivery to England Wales and Scottish borders via courier service £75.00 Thanks for looking.

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Antiquus has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury to the Victorian era.

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A beautifully fretted Canterbury whatnot with choice burr walnut veneer stamped by maker T Wilson 68 GT Queen Street London. All in good condition but 2 X top side returns are missing. Original castors with a useful drawer to base.
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all of a top quality as you would expect of a london maker Delivery to England Wales and Scottish borders via courier service £75.
Antiquus

00 Thanks for looking.

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Antiquus has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury to the Victorian era.

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A Victorian burr walnut canterbury featuring fretwork dividers, barley twist supports, an open shelf, and a single lower drawer. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A Victorian burr walnut canterbury featuring fretwork dividers, barley twist supports, an open shelf, and a single lower drawer. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Superb Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury Whatnot , Stamped by T Wilson of London.

Archive II A Victorian burr walnut canterbury featuring fretwork dividers, barley twist supports, an open shelf, and a single lower drawer. View II
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A Victorian burr walnut canterbury featuring fretwork dividers, barley twist supports, an open shelf, and a single lower drawer.
Superb Victorian burr walnut Canterbury whatnot , stamped by T Wilson of London.
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A Victorian burr walnut canterbury featuring fretwork dividers, barley twist supports, an open shelf, and a single lower drawer.
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  • ObjectCanterburys & Whatnots
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFretwork panels, Barley twist supports, Turned feet, Veneered drawer front

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The canterbury originated in late 18th-century England, reportedly designed for the Archbishop of Canterbury as a small stand to hold sheet music and folios, later evolving to store books, periodicals, and newspapers.

These pieces were traditionally handcrafted from fine timbers such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, often featuring decorative veneering like burr walnut, intricate fretwork, turned supports, and dovetailed drawer construction.

Authentic pieces are identified through period-appropriate joinery, timber ageing characteristics, hand-turned elements, traditional patination, and occasional maker stamps or paper labels from notable cabinet makers of the era.

An antique canterbury functions well as a distinctive side table or magazine holder in a living room, combining traditional craftsmanship with practical storage for modern reading materials.

Preservation involves keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, applying quality beeswax periodically, and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels.
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