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An Early George III Mahogany Dumb Waiter
Drennan & Sturrock Ltd
for sale €1,755     $1,905
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An Early George III Mahogany Dumb Waiter

18th century
Description

An early George III mahogany dumb waiter with three graduated circular revolving tiers with moulded edges on tripod legs and pad feet.

Lovely dense mahogany with a beautiful rich original colour, no splits to the tiers.

Physical Dimensions
Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Drennan & Sturrock Ltd has dated this George III Mahogany Dumb Waiter to the 18th Century.

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SA1225579
Dealers Internal Reference
S849
Description
An early George III mahogany dumb waiter with three graduated circular revolving tiers with moulded edges on tripod legs and pad feet.

Lovely dense mahogany with a beautiful rich original colour, no splits to the tiers.

Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Drennan & Sturrock Ltd has dated this George III Mahogany Dumb Waiter to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1225579
Dealers Internal Ref
S849
Drennan & Sturrock Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018
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Archive I An early George III mahogany dumb waiter featuring three graduated circular trays on a turned central column supported by a tripod base with pad feet.

An Early George III Mahogany Dumb Waiter

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An early George III mahogany dumb waiter featuring three graduated circular trays on a turned central column supported by a tripod base with pad feet.
An early George III mahogany dumb waiter
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An early George III mahogany dumb waiter featuring three graduated circular trays on a turned central column supported by a tripod base with pad feet.
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A dumb waiter from the early George III period is a tiered piece of dining furniture featuring multiple circular trays supported by a central turned column and tripod legs. Originally introduced in 18th-century Britain, it allowed diners to serve themselves drinks and desserts without the constant presence of domestic staff.

Authentic pieces from this era were typically constructed from solid dense mahogany, prized for its strength and stability. Features often include hand-turned support columns, dish-moulded tray edges to prevent items sliding off, and hand-cut dovetail or mortise-and-tenon joinery securing the tripod base.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-planed surfaces, subtle variations in tray circumference, and original dark patinated surfaces under the trays. Examining the underside reveals hand-carved block fittings where the cabriole or tripod legs join the central turned column.

A tiered dumb waiter functions well as a multi-level plant stand, a curated display for ceramics, or a unique bar cart in modern living rooms and dining spaces. Placing it in an unused alcove or corner adds architectural height and functional storage.

Maintain the mahogany surface by dusting regularly with a soft dry microfiber cloth and applying a pure beeswax polish once or twice a year. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and uneven fading of the original finish.
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