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Antique Two Tier Dumb Waiter, English, Afternoon Tea, Jardiniere Stand, Georgian
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Antique Two Tier Dumb Waiter, English, Afternoon Tea, Jardiniere Stand, Georgian

18th century
Description

This is a fine antique two-tier dumb waiter. An English, mahogany serving or jardiniere stand, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1790. Of distinguished form and proportion, this fine example offers refined craftsmanship and a tasteful appearance — ideal for afternoon tea service or as a decorative plant stand.

Georgian period dumb waiter, perfect for entertaining or interior display

Crafted from select mahogany, displaying rich caramel tones and fine grain interest

Rotating upper tier, ideal for practical serving or showcasing decorative pieces

Graceful tapering supports, embellished with twist gadrooned bulb turnings

Lower tier fixed in position, providing stable, generous display surface

Standing upon a trio of broad cabriole legs, terminating in elegant snake feet

The whole riding smoothly upon a set of neatly inset castors

This antique dumb waiter is a charming and versatile piece of Georgian furniture, and offers function and refinement across two tiers whilst adding period charm to the traditional or contemporary home alike. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 61cm (24'')

Max Depth: 61cm (24'')

Max Height: 98.5cm (38.75'')

Upper Tier Diameter: 48.5cm (19'')

Under Tier Height: 34cm (13.5'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
98.5cm (38.78")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

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

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SA1143117
Dealers Internal Reference
25346
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Description
This is a fine antique two-tier dumb waiter. An English, mahogany serving or jardiniere stand, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1790.
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Of distinguished form and proportion, this fine example offers refined craftsmanship and a tasteful appearance — ideal for afternoon tea service or as a decorative plant stand.
London Fine Antiques
fig 1. An eighteenth-century style Georgian mahogany two-tier dumb waiter featuring graduated circular trays, spiral turned central columns, and a tripod base with pad feet.
fig 1. Antique Two Tier Dumb Waiter, English, Afternoon Tea, Jardiniere Stand, Georgian

Georgian period dumb waiter, perfect for entertaining or interior display

Crafted from select mahogany, displaying rich caramel tones and fine grain interest

Rotating upper tier, ideal for practical serving or showcasing decorative pieces

fig 2. An eighteenth-century style Georgian mahogany two-tier dumb waiter featuring graduated circular trays, spiral turned central columns, and a tripod base with pad feet.
fig 2. Antique Two Tier Dumb Waiter, English, Afternoon Tea, Jardiniere Stand, Georgian

Graceful tapering supports, embellished with twist gadrooned bulb turnings

Lower tier fixed in position, providing stable, generous display surface

Standing upon a trio of broad cabriole legs, terminating in elegant snake feet

fig 3. An eighteenth-century style Georgian mahogany two-tier dumb waiter featuring graduated circular trays, spiral turned central columns, and a tripod base with pad feet.
fig 3. Antique Two Tier Dumb Waiter, English, Afternoon Tea, Jardiniere Stand, Georgian

The whole riding smoothly upon a set of neatly inset castors

This antique dumb waiter is a charming and versatile piece of Georgian furniture, and offers function and refinement across two tiers whilst adding period charm to the traditional or contemporary home alike. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 61cm (24'')

Max Depth: 61cm (24'')

Max Height: 98.5cm (38.75'')

Upper Tier Diameter: 48.5cm (19'')

Under Tier Height: 34cm (13.5'')

Height
98.5cm (38.78")
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
SA1143117
Dealers Internal Ref
25346
London Fine Antiques
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An eighteenth-century style Georgian mahogany two-tier dumb waiter featuring graduated circular trays, spiral turned central columns, and a tripod base with pad feet.
Antique Two Tier Dumb Waiter, English, Afternoon Tea, Jardiniere Stand, Georgian
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Introduced in eighteenth-century Britain during the Georgian era, the dumb waiter was designed as a tiered dining room accessory. It allowed hosts to serve desserts, wine, and condiments without requiring the constant presence of servants, ensuring private conversation during meals.

Georgian tier tables were typically constructed from solid dense mahogany timber, valued for its grain and stability. Central columns were shaped using wood lathes to create hand-carved spiral fluting or baluster turnings, supported by hand-jointed tripod legs.

Authentic Georgian pieces display hand-cut joinery, subtle hand-carved variations in the spiral turnings on the central shaft, and natural patination on the wood surfaces. Examining the underside reveals hand-planed circular trays, historical fixings, and classic pad or snake feet.

In contemporary interior design, a two-tier dumb waiter serves as a versatile accent stand in living room corners or hallway alcoves. The upper tray can support indoor potted plants or ceramics, while the lower tray functions as an occasional side table.

Dusting regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth helps preserve the original surface of mahogany furniture. Applying a natural beeswax polish once or twice a year protects the timber, while positioning the item away from direct heat sources prevents shrinkage and cracking.
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