What is an antique Canterbury in furniture history?

Originally designed in the late 18th century, a Canterbury is a low stand with vertical partitions used to hold sheet music, bound volumes, or periodicals, typically featuring a base drawer and castors for mobility.

What materials and construction techniques were traditionally used for Canterburys?

Early 19th-century Canterburys were predominantly crafted from high-quality hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, or walnut, featuring hand-dovetailed drawers, carved scrollwork partitions, and brass cap castors.

How can you identify an authentic Regency period Canterbury?

Authentic Regency pieces feature period-correct details such as hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass castors, rich veneer work like dark rosewood, and delicate turned legs or fretwork partitions.

How can a Canterbury be styled in a contemporary interior?

A Canterbury functions effectively in modern interiors as a sophisticated magazine holder, bedside organiser, or low side table positioned alongside a reading chair or sofa.

What is the proper way to clean and preserve an antique rosewood Canterbury?

Preserve the wood finish by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and applying high-grade beeswax polish annually, while keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or fading.

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Antique English Regency Rosewood Canterbury Newspaper Magazine Sheet Music Paper Rack Tidy Stand (Circa 1830)

Name: Antique English Regency Rosewood Canterbury Newspaper Magazine Sheet Music Paper Rack Tidy Stand (Circa 1830)
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1141839
Price: 895 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Yolanda Gray Antiques

Description

Summary:

·      Item: Regency Canterbury

·      Circa: 1830

·      Period: Regency

·      Provenance: England, UK

·      Wood: Rosewood

·      Carved scroll front panel

·      Shaped Pierced fretwork panel dividers

·      Ring-turned bars

·      Three compartments

·      Hand-dovetailed mahogany lined drawer

·      Original turned mahogany drawer knob

·      Original detachable threaded baluster legs

·      Original brass collars & castors

·      Stunning quality

·      Original polish & patination

·      Excellent original condition

·      Solid in joint

·      Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & Southern Scotland*

·      14-day free UK returns policy

Description:?This is a fine quality antique English Regency Canterbury, constructed from rosewood, featuring scroll fretwork panels, with detachable legs, circa 1830, in excellent original condition. Originally designed to store sheet music papers, it makes a wonderful modern storage rack / caddy, for stowing magazines, newspapers and books. The front of the rosewood Canterbury is decorated with an elegant carved scroll panel, divided into three compartments, by four pierced shaped dividers, which reflect the shape of the front panel. The divides are secured by fine ring-turned horizontal spindles. The compartments are ideal for storing magazines, newspapers or music sheets. Below is a moulded base, featuring a single drawer, constructed with hand-dovetailed drawer linings whilst retaining its original drawer knob. The Regency Canterbury is raised on its original baluster shaped turned rosewood legs, retaining the original quality brass castor collars and wheels. A sign of the quality of this Regency Canterbury, is the fact the legs were designed to be removed for storage or transportation, with the incorporation of rosewood threaded dowels. The rosewood Canterbury has been constructed from the finest rosewood timbers. During the Regency period, England was importing the best quality materials from around the globe, to construct its furniture.

Dimensions:

Height = 50cm / 19¾” / 1ft 7¾”

Width = 51cm / 20” / 1ft 8”

Depth = 40cm / 15¾” / 1ft 3¾”

Partition Height = 20.5cm / 8”

Partition Depth = 22cm / 8”

Condition Report:

Nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The Canterbury has a fantastic colour and patination; having been cleaned and professionally French polished by hand in our workshop. The panels are complete, with no missing sections or brakes. The drawer retains the original mahogany knob and original mahogany drawer linings, displaying fine hand dovetailing. The Regency Canterbury is raised on its original baluster shaped turned rosewood legs, retaining the original quality brass castor collars and wheels. This storage box has been constructed from the finest materials; it is solid in joint and ready to use.

Price:

The price for this item is £895, which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and 14-day free UK returns.

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling).

14-Day Free UK Returns & Refunds:

A 14-day free “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee).

International Buyers:

If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.

About the Seller:

This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 45 years.

Ref. 112090

Physical Dimensions

Height

50cm (19.69")

Width

51cm (20.08")

Depth

40cm (15.75")

Declaration

Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this Regency Rosewood Music Canterbury to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1141839

Dealers Internal Reference

112090

Dealers Notes

Please contact us on 01829 458 070 or 07960 738 212 to arrange a viewing. Alternatively, please email: info@yolagray.com

Description

Summary:

· Item: Regency Canterbury

· Circa: 1830

· Period: Regency

· Provenance: England, UK

· Wood: Rosewood

· Carved scroll front panel

· Shaped Pierced fretwork panel dividers

fig 1. A Regency period rosewood Canterbury with four slatted partitions, carved scroll handles, a single lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors. — fig 1. Antique English Regency Rosewood Canterbury Newspaper Magazine Sheet Music Paper Rack Tidy Stand (Circa 1830)

· Ring-turned bars

· Three compartments

· Hand-dovetailed mahogany lined drawer

· Original turned mahogany drawer knob

· Original detachable threaded baluster legs

· Original brass collars & castors

fig 2. A Regency period rosewood Canterbury with four slatted partitions, carved scroll handles, a single lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors. — fig 2. Antique English Regency Rosewood Canterbury Newspaper Magazine Sheet Music Paper Rack Tidy Stand (Circa 1830)

· Stunning quality

· Original polish & patination

· Excellent original condition

· Solid in joint

· Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & Southern Scotland*

· 14-day free UK returns policy

fig 3. A Regency period rosewood Canterbury with four slatted partitions, carved scroll handles, a single lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors. — fig 3. Antique English Regency Rosewood Canterbury Newspaper Magazine Sheet Music Paper Rack Tidy Stand (Circa 1830)

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Description:?This is a fine quality antique English Regency Canterbury, constructed from rosewood, featuring scroll fretwork panels, with detachable legs, circa 1830, in excellent original condition.

Yolanda Gray Antiques

Originally designed to store sheet music papers, it makes a wonderful modern storage rack / caddy, for stowing magazines, newspapers and books. The front of the rosewood Canterbury is decorated with an elegant carved scroll panel, divided into three compartments, by four pierced shaped dividers, which reflect the shape of the front panel. The divides are secured by fine ring-turned horizontal spindles. The compartments are ideal for storing magazines, newspapers or music sheets. Below is a moulded base, featuring a single drawer, constructed with hand-dovetailed drawer linings whilst retaining its original drawer knob. The Regency Canterbury is raised on its original baluster shaped turned rosewood legs, retaining the original quality brass castor collars and wheels. A sign of the quality of this Regency Canterbury, is the fact the legs were designed to be removed for storage or transportation, with the incorporation of rosewood threaded dowels. The rosewood Canterbury has been constructed from the finest rosewood timbers. During the Regency period, England was importing the best quality materials from around the globe, to construct its furniture.

fig 4. A Regency period rosewood Canterbury with four slatted partitions, carved scroll handles, a single lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors. — fig 4. Antique English Regency Rosewood Canterbury Newspaper Magazine Sheet Music Paper Rack Tidy Stand (Circa 1830)

Dimensions:

Height = 50cm / 19¾” / 1ft 7¾”

Width = 51cm / 20” / 1ft 8”

Depth = 40cm / 15¾” / 1ft 3¾”

Partition Height = 20.5cm / 8”

Partition Depth = 22cm / 8”

Condition Report:

Nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The Canterbury has a fantastic colour and patination; having been cleaned and professionally French polished by hand in our workshop. The panels are complete, with no missing sections or brakes. The drawer retains the original mahogany knob and original mahogany drawer linings, displaying fine hand dovetailing. The Regency Canterbury is raised on its original baluster shaped turned rosewood legs, retaining the original quality brass castor collars and wheels. This storage box has been constructed from the finest materials; it is solid in joint and ready to use.

fig 5. A Regency period rosewood Canterbury with four slatted partitions, carved scroll handles, a single lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors. — fig 5. Antique English Regency Rosewood Canterbury Newspaper Magazine Sheet Music Paper Rack Tidy Stand (Circa 1830)

Price:

The price for this item is £895, which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and 14-day free UK returns.

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling).

fig 6. A Regency period rosewood Canterbury with four slatted partitions, carved scroll handles, a single lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors. — fig 6. Antique English Regency Rosewood Canterbury Newspaper Magazine Sheet Music Paper Rack Tidy Stand (Circa 1830)

14-Day Free UK Returns & Refunds:

A 14-day free “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee).

fig 7. A Regency period rosewood Canterbury with four slatted partitions, carved scroll handles, a single lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors. — fig 7. Antique English Regency Rosewood Canterbury Newspaper Magazine Sheet Music Paper Rack Tidy Stand (Circa 1830)

International Buyers:

If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.

About the Seller:

This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 45 years.

Ref. 112090