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Antique Tea Fancies Stand, English, Walnut, Beadwork, Cake Platter, Victorian
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Antique Tea Fancies Stand, English, Walnut, Beadwork, Cake Platter, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a charming antique tea fancies stand. An English, walnut and beadwork raised cake platter, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860. A delightful addition to the tea table, combining tactile craftsmanship with a visual feast.

Superb Victorian tea fancies stand, ideal for afternoon tea or confection display

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

Eye-catching beadwork and embroidery to the top, presenting exquisite handmade quality

Some minor bead loss commensurate with age and gentle use

Decorative surface arranged in an elegant ivy green and cream colour palette

Raised upon six squat bun feet, offering an elevated and stable platform

A fine example of Victorian taste with enduring decorative appeal

This antique cake platter is an excellent choice for collectors of decorative arts or those seeking a period flourish for elegant table settings. A unique and tactile piece, sure to charm at any occasion. Delivered ready fro the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 57cm (22.5'')

Max Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'')

Max Height: 4cm (1.5'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Beadwork Stand to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1149466
Dealers Internal Reference
25417
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Description
This is a charming antique tea fancies stand. An English, walnut and beadwork raised cake platter, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860. A delightful addition to the tea table, combining tactile craftsmanship with a visual feast.
fig 1. A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet.
fig 1. Antique Tea Fancies Stand, English, Walnut, Beadwork, Cake Platter, Victorian

Superb Victorian tea fancies stand, ideal for afternoon tea or confection display

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

Eye-catching beadwork and embroidery to the top, presenting exquisite handmade quality

fig 2. A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet.
fig 2. Antique Tea Fancies Stand, English, Walnut, Beadwork, Cake Platter, Victorian

Some minor bead loss commensurate with age and gentle use

Decorative surface arranged in an elegant ivy green and cream colour palette

Raised upon six squat bun feet, offering an elevated and stable platform

fig 3. A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet.
fig 3. Antique Tea Fancies Stand, English, Walnut, Beadwork, Cake Platter, Victorian

A fine example of Victorian taste with enduring decorative appeal

“
This antique cake platter is an excellent choice for collectors of decorative arts or those seeking a period flourish for elegant table settings.
London Fine Antiques

A unique and tactile piece, sure to charm at any occasion. Delivered ready fro the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 57cm (22.5'')

Max Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'')

Max Height: 4cm (1.5'')

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Beadwork Stand to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1149466
Dealers Internal Ref
25417
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Archive I A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet.

Antique Tea Fancies Stand, English, Walnut, Beadwork, Cake Platter, Victorian

Archive II A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet. View II
Archive III A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet. View III
Archive IV A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet. View IV
Archive V A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet. View V
Archive VI A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet. View VI
Archive VII A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet. View VII
Archive VIII A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet. View VIII
Archive IX A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet. View IX
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A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet.
Antique Tea Fancies Stand, English, Walnut, Beadwork, Cake Platter, Victorian
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A low Victorian walnut table stand featuring a shaped border and a central hand-stitched floral beadwork panel set on low bun feet.
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Originating in the nineteenth century, a tea fancies stand or plateau served as an elevated decorative base for presenting small cakes, pastries, or teapots during afternoon tea. These items protected table surfaces from heat while displaying intricate needlework or beadwork craftsmanship typical of the Victorian era.

Frames were typically crafted from hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, supported by low bun or turned feet. The decorative tops featured glass micro-beads stitched alongside wool embroidery onto canvas backing, often protected beneath glass or treated for durability.

Authentic examples display hand-stitched beadwork on natural canvas, with hand-turned wooden feet, traditional joinery on the wooden base, and evidence of natural age oxidisation on the timber finish and textile backings.

Position the piece as a central tabletop riser on a sideboard, coffee table, or dining table to elevate small decorative items, candles, or ceramic vases. The combination of rich wood tone and intricate textile texture adds historic layering to contemporary settings.

Keep the stand out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of the textile and drying of the timber. Dust the wooden surround with a soft microfibre cloth and clean loose dust from the beadwork gently using a low-suction hand vacuum with a soft brush attachment.
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