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Pretty French Walnut What Not
Philip Hunt Antiques
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Pretty French Walnut What Not

1900 - 1920
Description

A charming French walnut whatnot of elegant proportions, featuring finely turned supports surmounted by decorative gilt finials. The three tiers are beautifully adorned with intricate chequered parquetry inlays, showcasing excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail.

The top section incorporates a single working drawer, providing practical storage while maintaining the piece’s refined aesthetic. The whole is further enhanced by a pierced and gilt gallery, adding both delicacy and visual interest.

Presented in good condition, this attractive whatnot would make a delightful addition to any traditional or eclectic interior.

Size:

Height 33" (84cm)

Width 18" (46cm)

Depth 12 1/2" (32cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this French Walnut Whatnot Table to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1199069
Dealers Internal Reference
PP116-8A
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Description
A charming French walnut whatnot of elegant proportions, featuring finely turned supports surmounted by decorative gilt finials.
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The three tiers are beautifully adorned with intricate chequered parquetry inlays, showcasing excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Philip Hunt Antiques
fig 1. A three-tier French walnut and ebonised wood whatnot featuring brass gallery rails, brass finials, and chequerboard marquetry detailing.
fig 1. Pretty French Walnut What Not

The top section incorporates a single working drawer, providing practical storage while maintaining the piece’s refined aesthetic. The whole is further enhanced by a pierced and gilt gallery, adding both delicacy and visual interest.

Presented in good condition, this attractive whatnot would make a delightful addition to any traditional or eclectic interior.

Size:

Height 33" (84cm)

Width 18" (46cm)

Depth 12 1/2" (32cm)

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this French Walnut Whatnot Table to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1199069
Dealers Internal Ref
PP116-8A
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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Philip Hunt Antiques

Philip Hunt Antiques
Telephone 07771 966 124 or 01603 629 999
Location
Sprowston
Norwich
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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A three-tier French walnut and ebonised wood whatnot featuring brass gallery rails, brass finials, and chequerboard marquetry detailing.
Pretty French Walnut What Not
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A three-tier French walnut and ebonised wood whatnot featuring brass gallery rails, brass finials, and chequerboard marquetry detailing.
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A French whatnot, often called an etagere, is a piece of open-tiered furniture designed to hold display objects, ornaments, or books. Originating in the late 18th century and widely produced through the 19th century, these stands feature multiple open shelves supported by turned columns or spindles.

Craftsmen typically utilised fine hardwoods such as walnut, rosewood, and mahogany, frequently incorporating ebonised uprights, marquetry or parquetry inlays, and decorative cast brass galleries or finials along the top tier.

Authentic period examples generally display hand-cut joinery, original brass hardware with natural oxidisation, hand-turned timber uprights, and traditional French polish finishes. Inspection of the undersides and drawer construction often reveals hand-planed timber and historical wear.

An etagere functions exceptionally well as an occasional display unit in living rooms, hallways, or alcoves. Curate each tier with a balance of ceramics, books, or small sculptures to create visual interest without overcrowding the open woodwork.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply high-grade beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the wood finish. Brass elements should be gently dusted and protected from harsh chemical cleaners to preserve natural patination.
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