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Victorian Mahogany Folding Cheval Towel Rail
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Victorian Mahogany Folding Cheval Towel Rail

19th century
Description

A large and handsome antique Victorian mahogany folding cheval towel rail or clothes dryer dating from circa 1850. This mid-19th century example has four folding panels with three bar rails on a platform base with scroll feet. Of large, country house size, it is in good condition with wonderful colour and figuring to the mahogany frame. Solid and sturdy it is perfect for hanging or drying towels/clothes while adding a touch of elegance to a period bathroom.

Construction/Wood:

Mahogany

Condition Report:

Good condition, solid and sturdy, good colour and patina with general wear and marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Height: 99cm

Width Closed: 71cm

Width Open: 137cm

Depth: 39cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
137cm (53.94")
Declaration

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Victorian Mahogany Towel Rail to the Victorian era.

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SA1201739
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Description
A large and handsome antique Victorian mahogany folding cheval towel rail or clothes dryer dating from circa 1850.
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This mid-19th century example has four folding panels with three bar rails on a platform base with scroll feet.
Antique Furniture Direct

Of large, country house size, it is in good condition with wonderful colour and figuring to the mahogany frame. Solid and sturdy it is perfect for hanging or drying towels/clothes while adding a touch of elegance to a period bathroom.

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany folding towel rail featuring horizontal drying bars, central hinges, and scrolled trestle feet.
fig 1. Victorian Mahogany Folding Cheval Towel Rail

Construction/Wood:

Mahogany

Condition Report:

Good condition, solid and sturdy, good colour and patina with general wear and marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Height: 99cm

Width Closed: 71cm

Width Open: 137cm

Depth: 39cm

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
137cm (53.94")
Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Victorian Mahogany Towel Rail to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1201739
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A Victorian mahogany folding towel rail featuring horizontal drying bars, central hinges, and scrolled trestle feet.
Victorian Mahogany Folding Cheval Towel Rail
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A Victorian mahogany folding towel rail featuring horizontal drying bars, central hinges, and scrolled trestle feet.
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FAQs

A Victorian cheval towel rail, often referred to as a towel horse, is a freestanding wooden frame with horizontal rails designed to dry and display linens and towels in 19th-century bedrooms and washrooms.

These rails were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, featuring traditional mortise and tenon joinery and brass hinges for folding mechanisms.

Genuine Victorian pieces feature hand-cut joinery, carved or turned supports, natural age-related patina on the timber, and original brass fittings rather than modern screws or synthetic finishes.

An antique towel horse can be placed in a bathroom to display textiles, or positioned in a guest bedroom or dressing room as a valet stand for blankets and garments.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and excess moisture, dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying beeswax polish periodically to maintain the timber finish.
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