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Victorian Mahogany Hanging Double Towel Rail
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Victorian Mahogany Hanging Double Towel Rail

19th century
Description

An unusual and very decorative antique Victorian mahogany double hanging towel rail dating from circa 1880. The solid mahogany backboard with two metal rods supported by serpentine carved and pierced supports topped with turned finials. The whole piece dismantles to allow screws to be fitted to attach it to the wall, and slots back in on dowels and is finished with decorative caps to hide the screws. A rare survivor, this beautiful towel rail would add a touch of style to any period bathroom.

Construction/Wood:

Mahogany

Condition Report:

Good condition, solid and sturdy with wear and marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Height: 46cm

Width: 61cm

Depth: 17cm

Rod Length: 44cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Victorian Mahogany Towel Rail to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1205554
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Description
An unusual and very decorative antique Victorian mahogany double hanging towel rail dating from circa 1880.
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The solid mahogany backboard with two metal rods supported by serpentine carved and pierced supports topped with turned finials.
Antique Furniture Direct

The whole piece dismantles to allow screws to be fitted to attach it to the wall, and slots back in on dowels and is finished with decorative caps to hide the screws. A rare survivor, this beautiful towel rail would add a touch of style to any period bathroom.

Construction/Wood:

Mahogany

Condition Report:

Good condition, solid and sturdy with wear and marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Height: 46cm

Width: 61cm

Depth: 17cm

Rod Length: 44cm

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Victorian Mahogany Towel Rail to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1205554
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Archive I A Victorian wall-mounted mahogany double towel rail featuring a shaped backboard, turned finials, and carved support brackets holding two rails.

Victorian Mahogany Hanging Double Towel Rail

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Archive XII A Victorian wall-mounted mahogany double towel rail featuring a shaped backboard, turned finials, and carved support brackets holding two rails. View XII
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A Victorian wall-mounted mahogany double towel rail featuring a shaped backboard, turned finials, and carved support brackets holding two rails.
Victorian Mahogany Hanging Double Towel Rail
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A Victorian wall-mounted mahogany double towel rail featuring a shaped backboard, turned finials, and carved support brackets holding two rails.
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FAQs

Victorian mahogany towel rails typically feature contoured backboards, turned finials, and carved support brackets designed to be mounted on walls or placed freestanding in period washrooms.

19th-century towel racks were commonly constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, united using traditional timber joinery and turned wood components.

Authentic Victorian examples showcase hand-turned finials, original surface patination, natural wood contraction marks around joints, and period mounting brackets.

Mount the piece in a contemporary bathroom, cloakroom, or guest room to introduce warm timber tones and historical contrast against neutral painted walls.

Dust regularly with a clean, lint-free cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish periodically while avoiding chemical sprays that damage historic finishes.
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