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Fine Regency Rosewood Canterbury or Magazine Rack
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Fine Regency Rosewood Canterbury or Magazine Rack

19th century
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An excellent quality Regency rosewood CANTERBURY (or magazine rack) in fine original condition.

Originally from a design by Loudon, the three "X" framed divisions feature carved laurels to the centre, whilst to the frieze is a useful mahogany-lined drawer. It is supported on four turned solid rosewood legs headed by acorn finials and terminating in original cast brass castors. A fine example. 20ins wide; 21ins high; 15ins deep. (51 x 53 x 38cms)

Physical Dimensions
Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Regency Rosewood Canterbury Rack to the Regency era.

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SA603244
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An excellent quality Regency rosewood CANTERBURY (or magazine rack) in fine original condition.
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Originally from a design by Loudon, the three "X" framed divisions feature carved laurels to the centre, whilst to the frieze is a useful mahogany-lined drawer.
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

It is supported on four turned solid rosewood legs headed by acorn finials and terminating in original cast brass castors. A fine example. 20ins wide; 21ins high; 15ins deep. (51 x 53 x 38cms)

Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Regency Rosewood Canterbury Rack to the Regency era.

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SA603244
Dealers Internal Ref
16/PFK
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A Regency rosewood canterbury featuring pierced carved music dividers, corner finials, a lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors.
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Archive I A Regency rosewood canterbury featuring pierced carved music dividers, corner finials, a lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors.

Fine Regency Rosewood Canterbury or Magazine Rack

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A Regency rosewood canterbury featuring pierced carved music dividers, corner finials, a lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors.
FINE REGENCY ROSEWOOD CANTERBURY OR MAGAZINE RACK
Ref: SA603244
A Regency rosewood canterbury featuring pierced carved music dividers, corner finials, a lower drawer, and turned legs on brass castors.
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  • ObjectCanterburys
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialRosewood, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPierced scrollwork, Carved wreath divider, Turned finials, Brass castors
  • SizeH 53 cm (21 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

This Regency rosewood canterbury functions as a traditional magazine rack or music holder, finished in a dark brown tone. The piece includes three X-framed divisions with pierced scrollwork, a central carved wreath divider, turned finials, a lower frieze drawer with a round wooden knob handle, and turned legs with brass castors. Visible details include acorn-shaped top corner finials and decorative carved elements along the side frames. The lower section stands on four short, robust legs with small metal wheels underneath. Measuring 53 cm high, 51 cm wide, and 38 cm deep, the unit fits conveniently next to an armchair, beside a desk, or at the end of a sofa in a living room, study, or library to hold periodicals, books, or sheets of music.

FAQs

A canterbury is a low, mobile wooden stand divided into partitions, originally designed in the late 18th century to hold sheet music or bound music volumes. Over time, these pieces evolved into practical storage solutions for newspapers, periodicals, and books in formal living spaces.

Regency canterburys were predominantly crafted from high-quality hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, and walnut. Construction features typically include hand-cut dovetail joints on the lower drawers, turned legs, pierced or carved dividers, and brass castors for mobility.

Authentic 19th-century Regency canterburys showcase hand-carved detailing, dense rosewood with distinct grain figure, and period-correct brass hardware such as original castors and drawer pulls. Look for hand-sawn drawer linings, original brass wheels showing age-appropriate wear, and natural patination on the timber.

In a modern interior, a canterbury functions effectively as a holder for oversized art books, magazines, or vinyl records beside an armchair or sofa. Its compact footprint and rich wood tones add historical character and functional storage to living rooms or home offices.

Keep rosewood furniture away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking and fading of the timber. Regular dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth and an occasional application of beeswax polish will nourish the wood and preserve its deep lustre.
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