Sold 23 May 2025 · Beresford Antiques LTD

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Description

Solid pine towel rail dating from around 1880 is in good order Tight joints and no breaks

Date of Manufacture

Beresford Antiques LTD has dated this Victorian Pine Towel Rail to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

82cm (32.28")

Width

66cm (25.98")

Depth

30cm (11.81")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1134875

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Beresford Antiques Ltd operates a a VAT margin scheme Unless otherwise disclosed VAT is not reclaim able by the purchaser. If you are VAT registered a full VAT receipt must be requested at time of purchase

Our VAT number is 228171417

Description

Solid pine towel rail dating from around 1880 is in good order Tight joints and no breaks

Date of Manufacture

Beresford Antiques LTD has dated this Victorian Pine Towel Rail to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

82cm (32.28")

Width

66cm (25.98")

Depth

30cm (11.81")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1134875

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Beresford Antiques LTD

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Unit 1
Cliffe Road
North Newbald
YO43 4SP
United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectTowel Rails
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialPine
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsTurned spindles, Horizontal rungs, Splayed feet
SizeH 82 cm (32 in) x W 66 cm (26 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

FAQs

During the Victorian period, freestanding towel rails and clothes airers became household staples in bedrooms and dressing rooms to dry and air textiles before central heating existed.

These items were predominantly constructed from solid pine or other local softwoods, featuring turned spindles, mortise and tenon joints, and a waxed or scrubbed finish.

Authenticity is identified by the presence of hand-turned wooden components, period-appropriate joinery such as pegged joints, and natural patina, wear, and oxidation consistent with age.

In a contemporary setting, it functions as a practical bathroom accessory for hanging linens or as a bedroom display piece for blankets and throws, adding warmth and texture.

Preserve the wood by avoiding excessive moisture and direct sunlight, applying occasional natural beeswax polish to maintain the finish and protect the grain.