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Antique English Victorian Bar Dry Bar 19th Century
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Antique English Victorian Bar Dry Bar 19th Century

19th century
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Description

This is a fantastic English Victorian flame mahogany bar Circa 1870 in date.

The botanical name for the mahogany this bar is made of is Swietenia Macrophylla, and this type of mahogany is not subject to CITES regulation.

The 'rectangular shaped bar features panels to the front and sides. It has an elevated serving top which is raised on four turned columns. The rear features two shelves for drinks & glassware.

This bar would be a wonderful and playful addition to your lounge or family room and is sure to get noticed wherever it is placed.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 128 x Width 150 x Depth 44

Dimensions in inches:

Height 4 foot, 2 inches x Width 4 foot, 11 inches x Depth 1 foot, 5 inches

Flame Mahogany

Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a beautiful figure and polishes so well that it is an ornament to any room in which it may be placed." Matching his words to his work, Sheraton designed much mahogany furniture. The qualities that impressed Sheraton are particularly evident in a distinctive pattern of wood called "flame mahogany."

The flame figure in the wood is revealed by slicing through the face of the branch at the point where it joins another element of the tree.

Our reference: A1627X

Physical Dimensions
Height
128cm (50.39")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Declaration

Regent Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Dry Bar to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA939481
Dealers Internal Reference
A1627X
Description
This is a fantastic English Victorian flame mahogany bar Circa 1870 in date.
The botanical name for the mahogany this bar is made of is Swietenia Macrophylla, and this type of mahogany is not subject to CITES regulation.
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fig 1. A Victorian flame mahogany dry bar featuring an elevated upper shelf supported by four turned balusters over a panelled lower counter.
fig 1. Antique English Victorian Bar Dry Bar 19th Century

The 'rectangular shaped bar features panels to the front and sides. It has an elevated serving top which is raised on four turned columns. The rear features two shelves for drinks & glassware.

This bar would be a wonderful and playful addition to your lounge or family room and is sure to get noticed wherever it is placed.

fig 2. A Victorian flame mahogany dry bar featuring an elevated upper shelf supported by four turned balusters over a panelled lower counter.
fig 2. Antique English Victorian Bar Dry Bar 19th Century

Dimensions in cm:

Height 128 x Width 150 x Depth 44

Dimensions in inches:

Height 4 foot, 2 inches x Width 4 foot, 11 inches x Depth 1 foot, 5 inches

Flame Mahogany

Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a beautiful figure and polishes so well that it is an ornament to any room in which it may be placed." Matching his words to his work, Sheraton designed much mahogany furniture. The qualities that impressed Sheraton are particularly evident in a distinctive pattern of wood called "flame mahogany."

The flame figure in the wood is revealed by slicing through the face of the branch at the point where it joins another element of the tree.

Our reference: A1627X

Height
128cm (50.39")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Dry Bar to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA939481
Dealers Internal Ref
A1627X
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London
N4 1BX
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A Victorian flame mahogany dry bar featuring an elevated upper shelf supported by four turned balusters over a panelled lower counter.
Antique English Victorian Bar Dry Bar 19th Century
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Victorian bar furniture is characterised by heavy hardwood construction, frequently utilising mahogany, walnut, or oak. These pieces often feature turned balusters, panelled fronts, raised upper tiers, and rich French polish finishes suited for entertaining rooms.

19th-century dry bars were predominantly constructed using solid hardwoods alongside decorative flame or burr wood veneers. Dovetailed jointing, turned timber supports, and hand-applied spirit polishes were standard construction methods.

Authentic Victorian examples show signs of hand-planed surfaces on unexposed areas, natural shrinkage aligned with the wood grain, and age-appropriate wear to the original finish. Look for traditional joinery techniques such as hand-cut dovetails and period mortise and tenon construction.

A Victorian dry bar functions effectively as a focal piece in a formal dining room, modern lounge, or dedicated home bar area. Position it against a neutral backdrop to highlight the rich timber tones and pair with modern glassware for a balanced aesthetic.

Maintain mahogany furniture by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year following the grain. Avoid placement near direct heat sources or damp environments to prevent wood warping and finish degradation.
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