George III Mahogany Revolving 3 Tier Dumb Waiter 18th Century

Name: George III Mahogany Revolving 3 Tier Dumb Waiter
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1071916
Price: 950 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectOccasional Tables
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsGraduated circular tiers, Turned column stem, Tripod base, Cabriole legs
SizeH 120 cm (47 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

This George III mahogany revolving three-tier dumb waiter originates from the eighteenth century in a Georgian style. The piece presents a warm brown timber colour with a polished finish and polished wooden surfaces. Three graduated circular tiers sit upon a turned column stem incorporating vase turnings, supported by a tripod base with cabriole legs terminating in pad feet. The tiers rotate independently around the central upright support. Practical dimensions measure 120 cm high, 60 cm wide, and 60 cm deep. Such a piece suits placement in an empty corner of a traditional dining room, drawing room, or hallway to display decorative items, books, or tableware. The sturdy tripod foundation ensures stability on level flooring whilst the tiered design offers vertical storage capacity.

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Introduced in Britain during the eighteenth century, the dumb waiter was designed to hold additional dishes, wine, and tableware in dining rooms. This allowed guests to serve themselves during meals, minimising the presence of household staff for private conversations.

George III dumb waiters were primarily crafted from dense West Indian or Cuban mahogany, valued for its grain and durability. The central stem and tripod support legs were turned on lathes, with iron or brass collars often incorporated into the revolving mechanism.

Authentic pieces display graduated circular tiers, hand-lathe turned pillars, and a tripod base with hand-dovetailed or jointed construction. Signs of natural timber movement, period iron drop-latches, and hand-carved details further confirm eighteenth-century manufacture.

A three-tier dumb waiter functions effectively as a corner accent stand, side table beside seating, or a tiered display for books, ceramics, and indoor plants. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for drawing rooms, dining spaces, or hallways.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, following the direction of the wood grain. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to maintain the protective patination, avoiding silicone sprays or abrasive chemical cleaners.

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George III Mahogany Revolving 3 Tier Dumb Waiter