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Antique Folding Dumb Waiter, English, Two Tier Serving Stand, Georgian, C.1800
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Antique Folding Dumb Waiter, English, Two Tier Serving Stand, Georgian, C.1800

18th century
Description

This is an antique folding dumb waiter. An English, mahogany two tier serving stand, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Fascinatingly rare, folding stand with appealing Georgian taste

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout

Deep russet hues beam beneath the wax polish finish

Arranged as a pair of generously sized serving tiers

Each offering the unusual folding form for storage

Further versatility comes from their rotating nature

Tiers supported upon a tapering cylinder with collared finish

Standing upon a trio of broad, swept cabriole legs

Riding smoothly upon a set of bras castors

This is a delightfully useful antique folding dumb waiter, fully articulated for serving afternoon fancies in style. Ideal for a home gathering or function. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home or institution.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 61cm (24'')

Max Depth: 61cm (24'')

Max Height: 85.5cm (33.75'')

Upper Tier Diameter: 51cm (20'')

Lower Tier Diameter: 61cm (24'')

Lower Tier Height: 32cm (12.5'')

Folded Width: 50.5cm (20'')

Folded Depth: 60.5cm (23.75'')

Folded Height: 85.5cm (33.75'')

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Our Ref: 24867

Physical Dimensions
Height
85.5cm (33.66")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Dumb Waiter to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1106153
Dealers Internal Reference
24867
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Description
This is an antique folding dumb waiter. An English, mahogany two tier serving stand, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Fascinatingly rare, folding stand with appealing Georgian taste

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. An antique English Georgian two-tier mahogany dumb waiter featuring folding circular tiers supported by a turned central pillar and tripod legs with brass castors.
fig 1. Antique Folding Dumb Waiter, English, Two Tier Serving Stand, Georgian, C.1800

Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout

Deep russet hues beam beneath the wax polish finish

Arranged as a pair of generously sized serving tiers

Each offering the unusual folding form for storage

fig 2. An antique English Georgian two-tier mahogany dumb waiter featuring folding circular tiers supported by a turned central pillar and tripod legs with brass castors.
fig 2. Antique Folding Dumb Waiter, English, Two Tier Serving Stand, Georgian, C.1800

Further versatility comes from their rotating nature

Tiers supported upon a tapering cylinder with collared finish

Standing upon a trio of broad, swept cabriole legs

Riding smoothly upon a set of bras castors

“
This is a delightfully useful antique folding dumb waiter, fully articulated for serving afternoon fancies in style.
London Fine Antiques

Ideal for a home gathering or function. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home or institution.

fig 3. An antique English Georgian two-tier mahogany dumb waiter featuring folding circular tiers supported by a turned central pillar and tripod legs with brass castors.
fig 3. Antique Folding Dumb Waiter, English, Two Tier Serving Stand, Georgian, C.1800

Dimensions:

Max Width: 61cm (24'')

Max Depth: 61cm (24'')

Max Height: 85.5cm (33.75'')

Upper Tier Diameter: 51cm (20'')

Lower Tier Diameter: 61cm (24'')

Lower Tier Height: 32cm (12.5'')

Folded Width: 50.5cm (20'')

fig 4. An antique English Georgian two-tier mahogany dumb waiter featuring folding circular tiers supported by a turned central pillar and tripod legs with brass castors.
fig 4. Antique Folding Dumb Waiter, English, Two Tier Serving Stand, Georgian, C.1800

Folded Depth: 60.5cm (23.75'')

Folded Height: 85.5cm (33.75'')

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 5. An antique English Georgian two-tier mahogany dumb waiter featuring folding circular tiers supported by a turned central pillar and tripod legs with brass castors.
fig 5. Antique Folding Dumb Waiter, English, Two Tier Serving Stand, Georgian, C.1800

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: 24867

Height
85.5cm (33.66")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Dumb Waiter to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1106153
Dealers Internal Ref
24867
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Archive I An antique English Georgian two-tier mahogany dumb waiter featuring folding circular tiers supported by a turned central pillar and tripod legs with brass castors.

Antique Folding Dumb Waiter, English, Two Tier Serving Stand, Georgian, C.1800

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An antique English Georgian two-tier mahogany dumb waiter featuring folding circular tiers supported by a turned central pillar and tripod legs with brass castors.
Antique Folding Dumb Waiter, English, Two Tier Serving Stand, Georgian, C.1800
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An antique English Georgian two-tier mahogany dumb waiter featuring folding circular tiers supported by a turned central pillar and tripod legs with brass castors.
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A Georgian dumb waiter is a multi-tiered portable stand originally created in 18th-century England to hold food, condiments, and dinnerware during meals, allowing diners to serve themselves without servants present.

These pieces were typically crafted from solid mahogany or walnut, featuring hand-turned central columns, drop-leaf or folding circular tiers, and tripod legs fitted with brass castors.

Authentic Georgian examples feature hand-cut brass hinges, hand-turned pillars, original brass castors, and patinated solid woods displaying natural timber shrinkage across circular surfaces.

A dumb waiter functions effectively as an occasional drink stand in a living room, a plant display table in a dining space, or a side table beside soft seating.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year while keeping the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight.
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