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Georgian Mahogany Corner Washstand
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Georgian Mahogany Corner Washstand

18th century
Sold 11 November 2024 · Hand of Glory
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Description

A George III mahogany corner washstand, circa 1800, the shaped gallery with small upper shelf over two tiers, the lower tier fitted with a small central drawer flanked by a pair of dummy drawers with brass knobs, raised on splayed legs,.

The top would originally have had a circualr aperture to hold a washbowl which has been covered over in the 19th century with a well matched piece of solid mahogany making it a more useful piece of furniture.

Physical Dimensions
Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Georgian Mahogany Corner Washstand to the Georgian era.

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SA977703
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SKU00000441
Description
A George III mahogany corner washstand, circa 1800, the shaped gallery with small upper shelf over two tiers, the lower tier fitted with a small central drawer flanked by a pair of dummy drawers with brass knobs, raised on splayed legs,.
fig 1. An antique Georgian mahogany corner washstand featuring a raised splashback, a tier with a small drawer, and curved supports.
fig 1. Georgian Mahogany Corner Washstand

The top would originally have had a circualr aperture to hold a washbowl which has been covered over in the 19th century with a well matched piece of solid mahogany making it a more useful piece of furniture.

Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Georgian Mahogany Corner Washstand to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA977703
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000441
Hand of Glory
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An antique Georgian mahogany corner washstand featuring a raised splashback, a tier with a small drawer, and curved supports.
Georgian Mahogany Corner Washstand
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An antique Georgian mahogany corner washstand featuring a raised splashback, a tier with a small drawer, and curved supports.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWashstands
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRaised splashback, Curved drawer front, Tiered shelving
  • SizeH 109 cm (43 in) x W 63 cm (25 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

FAQs

A Georgian corner washstand is a specialized piece of furniture designed during the 18th and early 19th centuries to fit snugly into room corners, originally used for personal washing and grooming before plumbed bathrooms became common.

These pieces were typically constructed from dense timbers such as mahogany or oak, featuring dovetail joints, turned legs, and often incorporating small drawers or tiers for holding ewers, basins, and soap.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage consistent with age, traditional patination, and hardware matching 18th-century manufacturing methods.

This type of furniture can be utilized in modern settings as a functional corner display unit or plant stand, adding architectural interest and warmth through its dark wood tones.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft cloth, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax to nourish the wood.
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