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An Unusual 19th Century Yew Wood Luggage Rack
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for sale €1,141     $1,238
£975
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An Unusual 19th Century Yew Wood Luggage Rack

19th century
For Sale by Hansord Antiques
Description

An lovely example of a country house luggage rack in yew wood. Great colour and patination, we have a glass top to allow this to be used as a brilliant coffee table which would look great with yew wood Windsor chairs.

Circa 1860

Sold Christie’s in 2005, £1800

Physical Dimensions
Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

Hansord Antiques has dated this Antique Yew Luggage Rack to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA943253
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00001178
Dealers Notes

Our stock includes early oak and walnut furniture from the 18th century, as well as more formal pieces from the Georgian period. Clocks, barometers and globes are complemented by Colonial cabinets, furniture and early arms. Their scientific instruments, which include early microscopes, telescopes and equipment such as sextants, provide a fascinating insight into the evolution of technology, whilst demonstrating fine artistry and craftsmanship. One of Hansord’s many exhibitions was entitled ‘From simplicity to complexity with a little eccentricity’ and this continues to be the guiding mantra behind their collection today.

Description
An lovely example of a country house luggage rack in yew wood.
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Great colour and patination, we have a glass top to allow this to be used as a brilliant coffee table which would look great with yew wood Windsor chairs.
Hansord Antiques

Circa 1860

Sold Christie’s in 2005, £1800

Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

Hansord Antiques has dated this Antique Yew Luggage Rack to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA943253
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00001178
Hansord Antiques
Hansord Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2016

Furniture, works of art,globes ,and scientific instruments

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Hansord Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA  CINOA

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A 19th-century yew wood luggage rack featuring a slatted top surface, carved corner apron spandrels, and four tapered square legs.
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Archive I A 19th-century yew wood luggage rack featuring a slatted top surface, carved corner apron spandrels, and four tapered square legs.

An Unusual 19th Century Yew Wood Luggage Rack

Archive II A 19th-century yew wood luggage rack featuring a slatted top surface, carved corner apron spandrels, and four tapered square legs. View II
Archive III A 19th-century yew wood luggage rack featuring a slatted top surface, carved corner apron spandrels, and four tapered square legs. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century yew wood luggage rack featuring a slatted top surface, carved corner apron spandrels, and four tapered square legs. View IV
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Hansord Antiques

Hansord Antiques
Telephone 07831 183511
Location
Nr Lincoln
Lincolnshire
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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Verified Since Nov 2016
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Items Sold 299
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A 19th-century yew wood luggage rack featuring a slatted top surface, carved corner apron spandrels, and four tapered square legs.
AN UNUSUAL 19TH CENTURY YEW WOOD LUGGAGE RACK
Ref: SA943253
A 19th-century yew wood luggage rack featuring a slatted top surface, carved corner apron spandrels, and four tapered square legs.
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  • ObjectLuggage Racks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialYew Wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSlatted top, Pierced apron brackets, Square tapered legs
  • SizeH 53 cm (21 in) x W 80 cm (31 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)

This Victorian luggage rack dates from the 19th century and originates from the English country house tradition. Made from solid yew wood, the piece displays a warm brown timber with visible grain and natural surface patination showing age-appropriate wear. The rectangular top consists of multiple parallel slats, supported by a frieze fitted with decorative pierced apron brackets beneath the corners. Four plain square legs taper slightly toward the floor. The structure measures 53 cm high, 80 cm wide, and 45 cm deep. Positioned in a contemporary interior, the rack functions traditionally at the foot of the bed for holding cases or linens. Alternatively, with the addition of a protective glass surface, it serves as a coffee table in a living room or sitting area, pairing naturally with other rustic or period wooden seating.

FAQs

Luggage racks were originally introduced in country houses and hotels during the nineteenth century to elevate heavy trunks and suitcases, protecting bedroom floors and allowing guests easy access to packed belongings.

These pieces were typically crafted from sturdy hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or dense yew wood, featuring slatted top surfaces to minimize weight and allow airflow, supported by mortise-and-tenon joinery.

Authentic period examples display natural age patination, hand-cut joinery, square-headed or period-appropriate fasteners, and minor irregular wear on the legs and lower edges consistent with functional use.

In modern living spaces, these functional low stands serve as alternative coffee tables, low plant stands, display platforms for books, or seating accents positioned at the foot of a bed.

Yew wood should be dusted regularly with a soft lint-free cloth and polished periodically with beeswax paste, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to preserve the natural grain.
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