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Description

Late 19th century solid mahogany towel rail in pretty decent and sturdy condition. No breaks or damage. Waxed finish.

SIZE; 29 1/2" wide by 7" deep by 34" high

CIRCA; 1890

Physical Dimensions

Height

86cm (33.86")

Width

75cm (29.53")

Depth

17.5cm (6.89")

Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this 19th Century Mahogany Towel Rail to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1200976

Dealers Internal Reference

11745

Dealers Notes

Full member of LAPADA.

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Description

Late 19th century solid mahogany towel rail in pretty decent and sturdy condition. No breaks or damage. Waxed finish.

SIZE; 29 1/2" wide by 7" deep by 34" high

CIRCA; 1890

Physical Dimensions

Height

86cm (33.86")

Width

75cm (29.53")

Depth

17.5cm (6.89")

Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this 19th Century Mahogany Towel Rail to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1200976

Dealers Internal Ref

11745

About the Dealer

Carse Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specialists in georgian and earlier furniture

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Carse Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Carse Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA

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A freestanding 19th-century mahogany towel rail featuring multiple horizontal rails and a low supporting base.

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Carse Antiques

Telephone 01821 670 770 or 07734 345 652

Location

The Mill Room
Rait Antique Centre
Rait
Perthshire
PH2 7RT

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/carse

Verified Since Mar 2011

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Items Sold 3,085

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectTowel Rails
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsTurned uprights, Horizontal slats, Plinth base
SizeH 86 cm (34 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 17.5 cm (7 in)

FAQs

Freestanding towel rails became common in domestic interiors during the 19th century as bedrooms and washing facilities evolved to include dedicated washstands and portable wash furniture.

These items were typically constructed from hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or pine, utilizing traditional joinery techniques like mortise and tenon joints to ensure stability under damp textiles.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-turned wooden components, period-appropriate timber patination, minor signs of historical wear, and traditional construction methods lacking modern metal fasteners or synthetic glues.

An antique towel rail can be integrated into a modern bathroom or bedroom by draping it with neutral linen towels or vintage textiles, adding functional warmth and historical character to the space.

Preservation requires avoiding excessive moisture and direct heat sources, applying periodic applications of traditional beeswax, and ensuring that damp items are not left in prolonged contact with the finished wood surface.