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Georgian Mahogany Wig Stand
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Georgian Mahogany Wig Stand

18th century
For Sale by Ruby Antiques
Description

Georgian Mahogany Wig Stand or wash stand in good original condition no damage, good colour, lovely shaped base with cabriole legs triangular centre with two cock beaded drawers,coming up to a circular open top . The measurements are 32.75 inches high x 12 inch round top.Any questions please phone 07733 264767.

Physical Dimensions
Height
83.2cm (32.76")
Width
30.4cm (11.97")
Depth
30.4cm (11.97")
Declaration

Ruby Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Wig Stand to the Georgian era.

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SA1171310
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Description
Georgian Mahogany Wig Stand or wash stand in good original condition no damage, good colour, lovely shaped base with cabriole legs triangular centre with two cock beaded drawers,coming up to a circular open top . The measurements are 32.75 inches high x 12 inch round top.Any questions please phone 07733 264767.
Height
83.2cm (32.76")
Width
30.4cm (11.97")
Depth
30.4cm (11.97")
Date of Manufacture

Ruby Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Wig Stand to the Georgian era.

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SA1171310
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A Georgian mahogany tripod wig stand featuring a circular dished top rim, central triangular drawer unit with brass pulls, turned supports, and cabriole legs.
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Archive I A Georgian mahogany tripod wig stand featuring a circular dished top rim, central triangular drawer unit with brass pulls, turned supports, and cabriole legs.

Georgian Mahogany Wig Stand

Archive II A Georgian mahogany tripod wig stand featuring a circular dished top rim, central triangular drawer unit with brass pulls, turned supports, and cabriole legs. View II
Archive III A Georgian mahogany tripod wig stand featuring a circular dished top rim, central triangular drawer unit with brass pulls, turned supports, and cabriole legs. View III
Archive IV A Georgian mahogany tripod wig stand featuring a circular dished top rim, central triangular drawer unit with brass pulls, turned supports, and cabriole legs. View IV
Archive V A Georgian mahogany tripod wig stand featuring a circular dished top rim, central triangular drawer unit with brass pulls, turned supports, and cabriole legs. View V
Archive VI A Georgian mahogany tripod wig stand featuring a circular dished top rim, central triangular drawer unit with brass pulls, turned supports, and cabriole legs. View VI
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Ruby Antiques

Ruby Antiques
Telephone 07733 264 767
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Dawes Farm
Taunton Road
Bridgewater
Somerset
TA6 6PS
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rubyantiques
Verified Since Apr 2021
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A Georgian mahogany tripod wig stand featuring a circular dished top rim, central triangular drawer unit with brass pulls, turned supports, and cabriole legs.
Georgian mahogany Wig Stand
Ref: SA1171310
A Georgian mahogany tripod wig stand featuring a circular dished top rim, central triangular drawer unit with brass pulls, turned supports, and cabriole legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStands & Pedestals
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Triangular drawer unit, Turned columns, Dished top rim
  • SizeH 83.2 cm (33 in) x W 30.4 cm (12 in) x D 30.4 cm (12 in)

This Georgian wig stand is a traditional tripod piece constructed from warm brown mahogany with brass hardware. The object displays a circular dished top rim, supported by upright turned columns that rise above a central triangular drawer unit fitted with two small drawers featuring rounded brass pulls. Below the mid-section, slender turned supports lead down to a shaped lower tier with a central depression, terminating in three cabriole legs. The wood exhibits a rich dark grain finish with visible surface wear consistent with age, while the structural design combines turned supports with curved cabriole shaping and cockbeaded drawer framing. Measuring 83.2 cm in high by 30.4 cm wide by 30.4 cm deep, this compact stand functions as a decorative display table or accent piece for an empty corner in a hallway, bedroom, or living room. The piece maintains its original form without visible damage, bringing authentic period character to interior spaces.

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Originating in the 18th century, these slender tripod stands were designed to hold a powder bowl, washbasin, or wig block in private dressing rooms. The central miniature drawers were crafted to hold small personal accessories such as patches, jewellery, or hair powder.

These stands were predominantly crafted from dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany, chosen for its stability and rich grain pattern. Secondary elements often include brass drawer knobs and turned column supports.

Authentic period examples display hand-cut dovetail joints on the small central drawers, pad feet or cabriole legs, hand-turned upright supports, and evidence of historic hand-planing on unseen underside surfaces.

In modern interior design, these functional antiques are frequently repurposed as decorative plant pedestals, botanical display stands, or narrow sculptural accents in alcoves and foyers.

Dust surfaces regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood shrinkage and finish fading.
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