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Pair of Antique Oak Display Stands
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Pair of Antique Oak Display Stands

1900 - 1920
Description

A pair of large oak display stands dating from the early 20th Century. They were most likely used in a shop window and are excellent quality with fluted detail on the columns and large round footed bases.

They are very decorative and are in good condition for their age with a lovely aged patina and a warm colour. There are signs of age and use, some small knocks and marks and old shrinkage splits but nothing detrimental. There are some signs of historic worm in places which has all been treated as a precaution and they are strong and sturdy.

Approximate Dimensions :

Largest :

Height : 18” (46cm)

Base Diameter : 10” (25cm)

Top Diameter : 9 1/2” (24cm)

Smallest :

Height : 12 1/4” (31cm)

Base Diameter : 10” (25cm)

Top Diameter : 8” (20cm)

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £20

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated these Antique Oak Display Stands to the 1920s.

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SA1235794
Description
A pair of large oak display stands dating from the early 20th Century.
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They were most likely used in a shop window and are excellent quality with fluted detail on the columns and large round footed bases.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
fig 1. A pair of turned oak Neoclassical display pedestals featuring fluted columns and circular molded tops.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Oak Display Stands

They are very decorative and are in good condition for their age with a lovely aged patina and a warm colour. There are signs of age and use, some small knocks and marks and old shrinkage splits but nothing detrimental. There are some signs of historic worm in places which has all been treated as a precaution and they are strong and sturdy.

fig 2. A pair of turned oak Neoclassical display pedestals featuring fluted columns and circular molded tops.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Oak Display Stands

Approximate Dimensions :

Largest :

Height : 18” (46cm)

Base Diameter : 10” (25cm)

Top Diameter : 9 1/2” (24cm)

Smallest :

Height : 12 1/4” (31cm)

Base Diameter : 10” (25cm)

Top Diameter : 8” (20cm)

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £20

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated these Antique Oak Display Stands to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235794
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2016

Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A pair of turned oak Neoclassical display pedestals featuring fluted columns and circular molded tops. SOLD24 SEP 26

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A pair of turned oak Neoclassical display pedestals featuring fluted columns and circular molded tops.
Pair of Antique Oak Display Stands
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A pair of turned oak Neoclassical display pedestals featuring fluted columns and circular molded tops.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPedestals & Plinths
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFluted column shaft, Circular stepped base, Moulded circular top
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 25 cm (10 in)

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Display pedestals modelled after classical architectural columns gained widespread popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries during the Neoclassical revival. Designed to showcase grand tour antiquities, marble busts, and bronze sculptures, these stands allowed collectors to display prized artifacts at eye level in formal reception rooms and libraries.

Traditional plinths were predominantly crafted from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, and walnut, or carved from stone and marble. Wooden pedestals were shaped using lathe turning for the main shaft, followed by hand-carved fluting and assembled using mortise and tenon joinery for structural stability.

Authentic antique pedestals typically feature uneven hand-cut fluting, natural wood shrinkage around joint boundaries, and genuine surface wear on the circular tops and bases. Examining the underside often reveals historical tool marks, hand-carved elements, and age-related oxidisation of the timber that modern reproductions lack.

In modern interiors, column pedestals can be layered into room corners or alcoves to create variable heights. They serve as effective risers for displaying contemporary ceramic vessels, indoor botanical specimens, modern figurative sculpture, or framed artwork.

To preserve the original finish, antique oak should be dusted regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and treated periodically with a natural beeswax polish. Avoid placing wooden stands near direct heat sources or damp environments to prevent timber warping and finish degradation.
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