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Superior Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Torchère / Plant Stand

19th century
Sold 3 December 2025 · London City Antiques
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Description

A magnificent antique Victorian carved mahogany torchère of exceptional scale and presence, standing an impressive 150 cm tall. This exquisitely crafted piece displays the finest Chippendale-inspired carving throughout with a beautifully moulded circular top supported by an elaborate foliate and acanthus-carved capital.

The tall, fluted column is richly embellished with cascading ribbon and husk carvings before descending into a deeply sculpted baluster section. The tripod base features bold cabriole legs terminating in wonderfully detailed claw feet, each carved with superb definition and refinement.

The mahogany is of outstanding quality, displaying a rich, even patina that highlights the crispness of the carving. Elegant, sculptural and highly decorative, this torchère makes a striking statement in any room—perfect for displaying a sculpture, bust, floral arrangement or fine decorative object.

Condition:

In excellent antique condition with a beautiful, well-preserved patina. Strong, stable and ready for placement.

Dimensions:

Height: 150 cm (59")

Diameter of Top: 60 cm (23.6")

Base Width: 50 cm (19.6")

Date: Victorian 1880

Origin: English

Physical Dimensions
Height
150cm (59.06")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Torchere Plant Stand to the 1880s.

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SA1182252
Dealers Internal Reference
2959
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A magnificent antique Victorian carved mahogany torchère of exceptional scale and presence, standing an impressive 150 cm tall.
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This exquisitely crafted piece displays the finest Chippendale-inspired carving throughout with a beautifully moulded circular top supported by an elaborate foliate and acanthus-carved capital.
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fig 1. An antique dark mahogany Victorian torchere plant stand featuring a turned fluted column and a tripod base.
fig 1. Superior Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Torchère / Plant Stand

The tall, fluted column is richly embellished with cascading ribbon and husk carvings before descending into a deeply sculpted baluster section. The tripod base features bold cabriole legs terminating in wonderfully detailed claw feet, each carved with superb definition and refinement.

fig 2. An antique dark mahogany Victorian torchere plant stand featuring a turned fluted column and a tripod base.
fig 2. Superior Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Torchère / Plant Stand

The mahogany is of outstanding quality, displaying a rich, even patina that highlights the crispness of the carving. Elegant, sculptural and highly decorative, this torchère makes a striking statement in any room—perfect for displaying a sculpture, bust, floral arrangement or fine decorative object.

fig 3. An antique dark mahogany Victorian torchere plant stand featuring a turned fluted column and a tripod base.
fig 3. Superior Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Torchère / Plant Stand

Condition:

In excellent antique condition with a beautiful, well-preserved patina. Strong, stable and ready for placement.

Dimensions:

Height: 150 cm (59")

Diameter of Top: 60 cm (23.6")

Base Width: 50 cm (19.6")

Date: Victorian 1880

Origin: English

Height
150cm (59.06")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Torchere Plant Stand to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1182252
Dealers Internal Ref
2959
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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An antique dark mahogany Victorian torchere plant stand featuring a turned fluted column and a tripod base.
Superior Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Torchère / Plant Stand
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPlant Stands
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFluted column, Tripod cabriole legs, Carved capital
  • SizeH 150 cm (59 in)

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A torchere originally served as a stand for a torch or candle during the 17th and 18th centuries, later evolving in the Victorian era into a decorative pedestal used for displaying urns, sculptures, and plants.

These pieces were typically crafted from dense hardwoods like mahogany or walnut, featuring turned columns, hand-carved detailing, and tripartite tripod bases joined with traditional mortise and tenon or dowel joints.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural patina, hand-carved tool marks, timber shrinkage consistent with age, and construction methods appropriate to the 19th century rather than modern mechanical fixings.

A tall pedestal works well to add verticality and architectural interest to an empty corner, serving as a focal point for displaying a trailing houseplant, bronze sculpture, or ceramic urn.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, and clean periodically using a soft, dry cloth without applying modern silicone-based polishes.
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