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Early 20th-century Solid Mahogany Turned Plinth / Stand
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Early 20th-century Solid Mahogany Turned Plinth / Stand

1900 - 1920
Description

A bold early 20th-century mahogany stand or plinth, with a turned and fluted column raised on a square plinth base.

The substantial proportions make it particularly suited to displaying a sculpture, vase or other decorative object.

Condition Report

In excellent structural condition with minor marks throughout. The finish varies slightly between the top and column, most noticeable only in bright light. This may indicate that the turned column was originally part of another piece.

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

Steven Swann Antiques has dated this Mahogany Turned Plinth Stand to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231342
Dealers Internal Reference
SA1768
Description
A bold early 20th-century mahogany stand or plinth, with a turned and fluted column raised on a square plinth base.
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The substantial proportions make it particularly suited to displaying a sculpture, vase or other decorative object.
Steven Swann Antiques
fig 1. A dark turned mahogany plinth stand featuring a square top and base with a fluted central column.
fig 1. Early 20th-century Solid Mahogany Turned Plinth / Stand

Condition Report

In excellent structural condition with minor marks throughout. The finish varies slightly between the top and column, most noticeable only in bright light. This may indicate that the turned column was originally part of another piece.

fig 2. A dark turned mahogany plinth stand featuring a square top and base with a fluted central column.
fig 2. Early 20th-century Solid Mahogany Turned Plinth / Stand

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Steven Swann Antiques has dated this Mahogany Turned Plinth Stand to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231342
Dealers Internal Ref
SA1768
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Archive I A dark turned mahogany plinth stand featuring a square top and base with a fluted central column.

Early 20th-century Solid Mahogany Turned Plinth / Stand

Archive II A dark turned mahogany plinth stand featuring a square top and base with a fluted central column. View II
Archive III A dark turned mahogany plinth stand featuring a square top and base with a fluted central column. View III
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Archive V A dark turned mahogany plinth stand featuring a square top and base with a fluted central column. View V
Archive VI A dark turned mahogany plinth stand featuring a square top and base with a fluted central column. View VI
Archive VII A dark turned mahogany plinth stand featuring a square top and base with a fluted central column. View VII
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Hampshire
United Kingdom

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A dark turned mahogany plinth stand featuring a square top and base with a fluted central column.
Early 20th-Century Solid Mahogany Turned Plinth / Stand
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A dark turned mahogany plinth stand featuring a square top and base with a fluted central column.
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  • ObjectPedestals & Torcheres
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFluted shaft, Turned baluster, Square stepped base
  • SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

This early 20th-century Edwardian pedestal stands as a solid mahogany plinth and torthere, finished in a dark brown tone. The structure comprises a square top above a turned baluster, leading down to a fluted central shaft, and terminates at a square stepped base. Minor marks appear throughout the wood, and the finish varies slightly between the top and the column. The stand measures 99 cm high, 25 cm wide, and 25 cm deep. Positioned in a gentleman's library or study, the piece provides a stable platform in an empty corner for displaying a sculpture, vase, or other decorative object. The solid construction supports substantial items while maintaining a classical silhouette suited to traditional interiors.

FAQs

Plinth stands and torcheres were widely used in late 19th and early 20th-century interiors to elevate and showcase portrait busts, bronze sculptures, decorative urns, or indoor flora such as ferns.

These pieces were typically crafted from solid dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak, featuring wood-lathe turned columns, hand-fluted details, and heavy square bases to ensure stability.

Authentic period examples exhibit natural timber oxidation, minor variations in wood grain from hand-lathe turning, traditional joinery securing the top and base, and age-appropriate wear to the lower base edges.

A mahogany plinth can be positioned in an unused alcove or entryway to display modern ceramic art, architectural objects, or trailing greenery, creating vertical interest in neutral or traditional schemes.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the wood and preserve the rich original finish.
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