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Irish Mahogany Torchere, C.1880
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Irish Mahogany Torchere, C.1880

19th century
Sold 18 February 2026 · Harrington Antiques
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Description

A late 19th century Irish mahogany torchere, c.1880.

The torchere has a turned top above a finely fluted column raised upon a tripod base, each cabriole leg is decorated with a carved shell and terminating in paw feet.

There is light wear commensurate with age but generally the torchere is in a very good condition throughout, with great patina and form.

Dimensions:-

Height: 137.5cm

Diameter of top - flat platform only: 25cm

Diameter of top total: 29cm

Width of base (foot to foot): 54cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: £75

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Physical Dimensions
Height
137.5cm (54.13")
Declaration

Harrington Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Torchere to the 1880s.

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SA1174765
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7880
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Description
A late 19th century Irish mahogany torchere, c.1880.
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The torchere has a turned top above a finely fluted column raised upon a tripod base, each cabriole leg is decorated with a carved shell and terminating in paw feet.
Harrington Antiques
fig 1. A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet.
fig 1. Irish Mahogany Torchere, C.1880

There is light wear commensurate with age but generally the torchere is in a very good condition throughout, with great patina and form.

Dimensions:-

Height: 137.5cm

Diameter of top - flat platform only: 25cm

fig 2. A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet.
fig 2. Irish Mahogany Torchere, C.1880

Diameter of top total: 29cm

Width of base (foot to foot): 54cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: £75

We use trusted couriers for UK and international delivery.

We are able to deliver to most of mainland UK for £75 (excluding the Scottish Highlands). We aim to deliver your piece within 7-10 working days, however please allow up to 3 weeks following cleared payment for delivery. Collection in person is welcome by prior arrangement.

We are able to deliver internationally please do contact us with your location for an accurate delivery quote.

Height
137.5cm (54.13")
Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Torchere to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1174765
Dealers Internal Ref
7880
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Archive I A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Irish Mahogany Torchere, C.1880

Archive II A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet. View II
Archive III A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet.
Archive V A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet. View V
Archive VI A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet. View VI
Archive VII A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet. View VII
Archive VIII A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet. View VIII
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A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet.
Irish Mahogany Torchere, c.1880
Ref: SA1174765
A tall dark mahogany torchere stand featuring a circular top, a reeded fluted column, carved acanthus leaf decoration, and tripod cabriole legs with claw feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPlant Stands & Torcheres
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFluted column, Acanthus leaf carving, Tripod cabriole legs, Claw feet
  • SizeH 137.5 cm (54 in)

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A torchere originated in the 17th century as a decorative stand designed to hold a light source such as a torch or candle, eventually evolving into a tall pedestal used for displaying sculptures, urns, or plants.

Victorian torcheres were typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany or walnut, featuring turned columns, hand-carved detailing, and sturdy tripod or pedestal bases joined with traditional mortise and tenon or dowel construction.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate tool marks, natural patina and oxidisation on the timber, hand-carved motifs rather than moulded resin, and structural joinery consistent with 19th-century cabinetmaking practices.

An antique torchere can be integrated into a modern room as a vertical accent piece in an empty corner, used to display a contemporary ceramic vessel, or positioned to hold a trailing houseplant to add height and architectural interest.

Preserve antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the finish.
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