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19th Century George III Mahogany Whatnot Music Stand, C1810
Anthony Short Antiques
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19th Century George III Mahogany Whatnot Music Stand, C1810

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Very Fine Quality Early 19th-Century Georgian 4-Tier Mahogany Whatnot / Music Stand

An exceptionally fine and elegant early 19th-century George III four tier mahogany whatnot / music stand of beautiful colour and patina. England, circa 1810.

Superbly crafted in rich, solid mahogany, this refined piece is designed with a square moulded top above four identical tiers, each in solid mahogany, supported by tall, slender turned columns and raised on elegant turned feet. The upper sections are finished with classic turned finials, lending delicacy and balance to the overall silhouette.

One of the tiers incorporates a finely fitted, oak lined drawer, retaining its original pair of turned mahogany knobs. This provides discreet storage while preserving the harmony of the design and the clean Georgian proportions.

The mahogany has matured over more than two centuries to a superb, warm and mellow patina, enhancing the depth of the grain. In excellent original condition throughout, the surfaces and details clearly reflect the high quality of Georgian cabinetmaking.

Highly versatile in use, this piece functions equally well as a music stand, étagère or whatnot, offering both practical display space and strong decorative presence. Its graceful lines and period character make it an ideal focal point for a drawing room, music room, library or study, and a distinguished addition to any refined interior seeking an authentic early 19th-century statement piece.

Height 122cm (48.0in)

Width 45.5cm (17.9in)

Depth 45.5cm (17.9in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
45.5cm (17.91")
Depth
45.5cm (17.91")
Declaration

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Whatnot to the 19th Century.

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SA1229508
Dealers Internal Reference
1599
Description
Very Fine Quality Early 19th-Century Georgian 4-Tier Mahogany Whatnot / Music Stand
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An exceptionally fine and elegant early 19th-century George III four tier mahogany whatnot / music stand of beautiful colour and patina.
Anthony Short Antiques

England, circa 1810.

fig 1. A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf.
fig 1. 19th Century George III Mahogany Whatnot Music Stand, C1810

Superbly crafted in rich, solid mahogany, this refined piece is designed with a square moulded top above four identical tiers, each in solid mahogany, supported by tall, slender turned columns and raised on elegant turned feet. The upper sections are finished with classic turned finials, lending delicacy and balance to the overall silhouette.

fig 2. A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf.
fig 2. 19th Century George III Mahogany Whatnot Music Stand, C1810

One of the tiers incorporates a finely fitted, oak lined drawer, retaining its original pair of turned mahogany knobs. This provides discreet storage while preserving the harmony of the design and the clean Georgian proportions.

fig 3. A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf.
fig 3. 19th Century George III Mahogany Whatnot Music Stand, C1810

The mahogany has matured over more than two centuries to a superb, warm and mellow patina, enhancing the depth of the grain. In excellent original condition throughout, the surfaces and details clearly reflect the high quality of Georgian cabinetmaking.

fig 4. A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf.
fig 4. 19th Century George III Mahogany Whatnot Music Stand, C1810

Highly versatile in use, this piece functions equally well as a music stand, étagère or whatnot, offering both practical display space and strong decorative presence. Its graceful lines and period character make it an ideal focal point for a drawing room, music room, library or study, and a distinguished addition to any refined interior seeking an authentic early 19th-century statement piece.

Height 122cm (48.0in)

Width 45.5cm (17.9in)

Depth 45.5cm (17.9in)

Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
45.5cm (17.91")
Depth
45.5cm (17.91")
Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Whatnot to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1229508
Dealers Internal Ref
1599
Anthony Short Antiques
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Archive I A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf.

19th Century George III Mahogany Whatnot Music Stand, C1810

Archive II A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View II
Archive III A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View III
Archive IV A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View IV
Archive V A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View V
Archive VI A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View VI
Archive VII A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View VII
Archive VIII A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View VIII
Archive IX A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View IX
Archive X A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View X
Archive XI A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View XI
Archive XII A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf. View XII
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Anthony Short Antiques

Anthony Short Antiques
Telephone 07595 60 33 48
Location
Market Square
Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 0AH
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf.
19TH CENTURY GEORGE III MAHOGANY WHATNOT MUSIC STAND, C1810
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A four-tier George III mahogany whatnot features turned corner columns topped with small finials and includes a single drawer built into the lowest shelf.
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A George III mahogany whatnot is a multi-tiered piece of freestanding open furniture dating from the late 18th to early 19th century. Originally designed to display books, sheet music, or decorative objects, it features stacked horizontal shelves supported by turned wooden columns.

Georgian whatnots were primarily constructed from solid mahogany or rosewood veneers, featuring hand-turned wooden supports, brass castors, and turned finials. Drawers integrated into the lower tier often feature hand-dovetailed joints and brass knobs or ring handles.

Authentic period pieces display evidence of hand-tooling, such as irregular dovetail joints in the drawers and hand-cut screws. Look for natural patination across the mahogany surface, original brass hardware, and turned wood uprights consistent with late Georgian or Regency turning styles.

An antique whatnot functions as a versatile vertical display tower in contemporary interiors. It works well positioned in alcoves or reading corners to display curating pottery, framed art, architectural objects, or stacked books without occupying significant floor space.

Maintain mahogany by dusting regularly with a dry, soft lint-free cloth and applying beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the timber. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent warping and uneven fading of the natural wood finish.
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