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Description

Very decorative late 19th century oak and wrought iron hat and coat rack

French circa 189’0’s

Height 40 inches

Width 23 inches

Depth 6 inches

Declaration

Merchant House Antiques has dated this Gothic Oak Coat Rack to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1137724

Dealers Internal Reference

Mha004/3140/5022

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Description

Very decorative late 19th century oak and wrought iron hat and coat rack

French circa 189’0’s

Height 40 inches

Width 23 inches

Depth 6 inches

Date of Manufacture

Merchant House Antiques has dated this Gothic Oak Coat Rack to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1137724

Dealers Internal Ref

Mha004/3140/5022

About the Dealer

Merchant House Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2008

4th generation of antiques specialists. Expert in quality 19th century european furniture - specialists in farmhouse tables.

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Merchant House Antiques

Telephone 07768 960144

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Cotswold and Devon
United Kingdom

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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/merchant

Verified Since Apr 2008

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectCoat Racks
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialOak, Wrought Iron
ColourDark Brown
MotifsPointed arches, Tracery carving, Wrought iron hooks, Finials

FAQs

Gothic Revival furniture draws inspiration from medieval architecture, featuring characteristic elements such as pointed arches, quatrefoils, tracery, and heavy carved woodwork designed to mimic cathedral structures.

Traditional construction typically utilised dense native hardwoods such as oak, often paired with hand-forged wrought iron or brass hooks to support heavy garments and hats securely.

Authenticity is identified through traditional joinery methods, such as mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved detailing with natural tool marks, period-appropriate fixings, and natural timber ageing and patination.

A statement antique wall rack can be mounted in an entrance hallway to create a striking functional focal point, contrasting against neutral plastered walls to highlight the rich timber grain and architectural form.

Preservation involves dusting with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber surface without sealing it.