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Fine 18th Century Dumb Waiter
Holmes Antiques
for sale €1,638     $1,778
£1,400

Holmes Antiques

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Fine 18th Century Dumb Waiter

18th century
For Sale by Holmes Antiques
Description

A Fine 18th Century Mahogany Dumb Waiter of good colour and patina with gun barrel turnings, in very original condition, retaining the original casters.

Physical Dimensions
Height
124cm (48.82")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Holmes Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Dumb Waiter to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA702183
Dealers Notes

Holmes Antiques was established in 1932

We are a family business with a shop on Haworth Main Street in West Yorkshire.

We specialise in early English furniture

With the emphasis on quality, originality, colour and surface.

David Holmes has developed a reputation in the antique trade as one of the country's leading experts on early English Oak, Walnut and Mahogany furniture.

Christian Holmes is the 4th generation of the family to deal in Antique furniture

www.holmesantiques.co.uk

Description
A Fine 18th Century Mahogany Dumb Waiter of good colour and patina with gun barrel turnings, in very original condition, retaining the original casters.
Height
124cm (48.82")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Dumb Waiter to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA702183
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Leading experts on early english oak, walnut and mahogany furniture. Established in 1932.

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An 18th-century dark mahogany dumb waiter featuring three graduated circular dish trays supported by a turned central column on tripod cabriole legs.
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Archive I An 18th-century dark mahogany dumb waiter featuring three graduated circular dish trays supported by a turned central column on tripod cabriole legs.

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Telephone 07729 347 159
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United Kingdom
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An 18th-century dark mahogany dumb waiter featuring three graduated circular dish trays supported by a turned central column on tripod cabriole legs.
FINE 18TH CENTURY DUMB WAITER
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An 18th-century dark mahogany dumb waiter featuring three graduated circular dish trays supported by a turned central column on tripod cabriole legs.
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Originating in 18th-century Britain, the dumb waiter was designed as a tiered, stand-alone dining accessory to hold dishes, condiments, and wine. Positioned near the dining table, it allowed host and guests to serve themselves, minimising the presence of servants and enabling private conversation.

These tables were primarily crafted from dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany, valued for durability and rich grain. Construction relied on hand-turned central columns, turned graduated circular trays, and hand-carved tripod legs secured with traditional mortise and tenon joinery.

Authentic period examples display hand-tool marks, original shrinkage to the circular trays across the grain, and dark natural oxidisation on underside surfaces. Legs are typically hand-fitted, and original turnings show subtle hand-cut irregularities.

In modern living spaces, a dumb waiter functions effectively as a tiered side table, plant stand, or drink server. Placing it in an empty corner or beside seating adds historical character while providing functional vertical storage.

Preserve the natural wood finish by keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Clean surfaces with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to maintain hydration and depth of patina.
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