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A George IV Birch and Carrara Marble Washstand, 1820'S
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A George IV Birch and Carrara Marble Washstand, 1820'S

19th century
Sold 11 November 2024 · Jeckyll & Co
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Description

Provenence: A Scottish country house in East Lothian

Stands well and has a Gillows look about it, but probably Scottish.

Good overall condition and structurally sound. Some minor superficial wear commensurate with age and a loss to one handle

Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price. Please let me know if you would like a quote or have any other questions.

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Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this George IV Birch Washstand to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
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SA1105295
Description
Provenence: A Scottish country house in East Lothian

Stands well and has a Gillows look about it, but probably Scottish.

Good overall condition and structurally sound. Some minor superficial wear commensurate with age and a loss to one handle

fig 1. A freestanding George IV birch washstand featuring a white Carrara marble top, a raised gallery back, two frieze drawers, and turned tapering legs.
fig 1. A George IV Birch and Carrara Marble Washstand, 1820'S

Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price. Please let me know if you would like a quote or have any other questions.

For news and new finds follow us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this George IV Birch Washstand to the Regency era.

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Reference Numbers
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SA1105295
Jeckyll & Co
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

Instagram: jeckyllandco

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A freestanding George IV birch washstand featuring a white Carrara marble top, a raised gallery back, two frieze drawers, and turned tapering legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A freestanding George IV birch washstand featuring a white Carrara marble top, a raised gallery back, two frieze drawers, and turned tapering legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A George IV Birch and Carrara Marble Washstand, 1820'S

Archive II A freestanding George IV birch washstand featuring a white Carrara marble top, a raised gallery back, two frieze drawers, and turned tapering legs. View II
Archive III A freestanding George IV birch washstand featuring a white Carrara marble top, a raised gallery back, two frieze drawers, and turned tapering legs. View III
Archive IV A freestanding George IV birch washstand featuring a white Carrara marble top, a raised gallery back, two frieze drawers, and turned tapering legs. View IV
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A freestanding George IV birch washstand featuring a white Carrara marble top, a raised gallery back, two frieze drawers, and turned tapering legs.
A George IV birch and carrara marble washstand, 1820's
Ref: SA1105295
A freestanding George IV birch washstand featuring a white Carrara marble top, a raised gallery back, two frieze drawers, and turned tapering legs.
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  • ObjectWashstands
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorge IV
  • MaterialBirch, Carrara Marble, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Marble top, Gallery back, Frieze drawers
  • SizeH 87 cm (34 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

The George IV period, spanning the 1820s, bridges late Regency and early Victorian design, often featuring robust classical proportions, rich timbers such as birch and mahogany, and restrained ornamentation.

Nineteenth-century washstands commonly utilised native hardwoods like birch, mahogany, or oak, frequently paired with durable inset slabs of white Carrara marble to withstand moisture.

Authentic pieces from this era typically exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers, traditional timber shrinkage, aged patina on the wood, and heavy, high-grade stone tops.

An antique washstand functions effectively as a hallway console, a bathroom vanity base, or a decorative side table in a living room, blending historical texture with contemporary minimalist decor.

Maintain the timber using natural beeswax to nourish the grain, and clean the marble top gently with warm soapy water while avoiding acidic substances that can etch the stone surface.
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