Mahogany Three Tier Dumb Waiter 18th Century

Name: Dumb Waiter.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1228153
Price: 595 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDumb Waiters
Period18th century
StyleRegency
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsGraduated circular tiers, Turned central stem, Tripod splayed legs, Brass castors
SizeH 104 cm (41 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This Georgian Regency dumb waiter dates from the 1810s and is constructed from mahogany with a warm brown polished and wax-finished timber. The piece comprises three graduated circular tiers supported by turned central stems, terminating in a tripod base with splayed legs fitted with brass castors. Visible details include turned baluster columns connecting the tiers, raised moulded edges on the circular surfaces, and small repairs on the middle tier. It stands 104 cm high, 61 cm wide, and 61 cm deep overall, with the top tier measuring 42 cm and the middle tier 51 cm. In a modern interior, this freestanding item suits placement in an empty corner of a dining room, living area, or hallway to display decorative items, plants, or tableware. The multi-tiered shelving provides vertical storage while occupying a compact footprint on the floor. The restored condition ensures the timber surface is clean and maintained for daily domestic use.

FAQs

A dumb waiter is a multi-tiered piece of dining room furniture introduced in the eighteenth century, designed to hold extra dishes, condiments, or tableware to enable self-service without domestic staff present.

Traditional dumb waiters were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, featuring turned central support pillars, graduated circular trays, and tripod bases fitted with brass castors.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-turned baluster columns, hand-cut joinery on the underside of the tiers, hand-wrought brass castors, and natural surface patination around the graduating circular trays.

In modern settings, a dumb waiter functions as a distinct occasional table, a plant stand in a well-lit alcove, or a multi-level display tier for glassware and books.

Maintain the wood surface by dusting regularly with a dry lint-free cloth and applying natural beeswax periodically, while keeping the furniture positioned away from direct heat sources and excessive humidity.

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