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Early 19th Century Three Tier Mahogany Dumbwaiter
Martlesham Antiques
for sale €2,165     $2,350
£1,850

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Early 19th Century Three Tier Mahogany Dumbwaiter

19th century
Description

A superb quality early 19th Century mahogany three tier dumbwaiter, the wonderfully carved stem supporting three dish tops, standing on three carved cabriole legs ending on a claw foot. Circa 1800.

21” Dia x 42” high

54cms Dia x 107cms high

Physical Dimensions
Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Mahogany Three Tier Dumbwaiter to the 19th Century.

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SA513137
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

Description
A superb quality early 19th Century mahogany three tier dumbwaiter, the wonderfully carved stem supporting three dish tops, standing on three carved cabriole legs ending on a claw foot. Circa 1800.

21” Dia x 42” high

54cms Dia x 107cms high

Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Mahogany Three Tier Dumbwaiter to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA513137
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Martlesham Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

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An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs.
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Archive I An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs.

Early 19th Century Three Tier Mahogany Dumbwaiter

Archive II An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs. View II
Archive III An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs.
Archive V An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs. View V
Archive VI An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs. View VI
Archive VII An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs. View VII
Archive VIII An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs. View VIII
Archive IX An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs. View IX
Archive X An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs. View X
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Martlesham Antiques
Telephone 01394 386732
Location
The Thatched Roadhouse
Main Rd
Martlesham
Suffolk
IP12 4RJ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/martlesham
Verified Since Jan 2008
Items For Sale 300
Items Sold 2,212
Martlesham Antiques
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Location: The Thatched Roadhouse, Main Rd, Martlesham, Suffolk, IP12 4RJ, United Kingdom
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An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs.
Early 19th Century three tier mahogany dumbwaiter
Ref: SA513137
An early 19th-century mahogany three-tier dumbwaiter featuring graduated circular trays on a central turned column with carved tripod legs.
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Introduced in 18th-century England, the dumbwaiter was designed for dining rooms to hold side dishes, desserts, and condiments. Its tiered construction allowed diners to serve themselves, enabling private conversations without household servants remaining present in the room.

Early 19th-century dumbwaiters were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods, with Cuban or West Indian mahogany being the preferred timber due to its structural stability and rich grain. Central pillars were turned on lathes, and tripod legs were carved by hand.

Authentic pieces feature graduated circular trays that often rotate on original brass or wooden collar mechanisms. Examination of the underside should reveal hand-planed timber marks, historical brass castors, hand-carved details on the legs, and natural patina consistent with age.

In modern settings, a dumbwaiter functions effectively as a plant stand, drinks tier, or decorative display piece in living areas and hallways. Its vertical structure provides multi-level surface area while occupying minimal floor space.

Maintain solid mahogany by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year in the direction of the grain. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent timber movement or splitting.
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