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A Rare Victorian Reformed Gothic Washstand Attributed to Charles Bevan with Christopher Dresser Tiles
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A Rare Victorian Reformed Gothic Washstand Attributed to Charles Bevan with Christopher Dresser Tiles

19th century
For Sale by Tinker & Toad
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An exceptional and rare late Victorian Reformed Gothic washstand in beautifully figured maple, the design attributed to Charles Bevan, with original Minton ceramic tiles designed by Dr Christopher Dresser.

Dating to the late 19th century, this striking piece combines the geometric forms of the Reformed Gothic style with the decorative influences of the Aesthetic Movement. The exceptional contrasting wood inlay features intricate geometric motifs throughout, complemented by finely turned column supports, an architectural tiled gallery and a substantial white marble top. Two generously sized frieze drawers retain their decorative brass drop-ring handles, while the lower stretcher incorporates a beautifully tiled and functional shelf, repeating Dresser's distinctive floral designs.

An unusually decorative and versatile piece of Victorian furniture, equally suited as a grand hall table, console or double vanity unit for a bathroom. Standing on shaped feet with china castors.

Dimensions: Overall width: 140cm Overall height: 110cm Marble top: 135cm W × 59cm D Tabletop height: 75cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
140cm (55.12")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

Tinker & Toad has dated this Reformed Gothic Tiled Washstand to the 19th Century.

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SA1241319
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An exceptional and rare late Victorian Reformed Gothic washstand in beautifully figured maple, the design attributed to Charles Bevan, with original Minton ceramic tiles designed by Dr Christopher Dresser.
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Dating to the late 19th century, this striking piece combines the geometric forms of the Reformed Gothic style with the decorative influences of the Aesthetic Movement.
Tinker & Toad

The exceptional contrasting wood inlay features intricate geometric motifs throughout, complemented by finely turned column supports, an architectural tiled gallery and a substantial white marble top. Two generously sized frieze drawers retain their decorative brass drop-ring handles, while the lower stretcher incorporates a beautifully tiled and functional shelf, repeating Dresser's distinctive floral designs.

fig 1. A Victorian Reformed Gothic washstand featuring a white marble top, turned legs, a tiled splashback, and geometric dark wood inlays.
fig 1. A Rare Victorian Reformed Gothic Washstand Attributed to Charles Bevan with Christopher Dresser Tiles

An unusually decorative and versatile piece of Victorian furniture, equally suited as a grand hall table, console or double vanity unit for a bathroom. Standing on shaped feet with china castors.

Dimensions: Overall width: 140cm Overall height: 110cm Marble top: 135cm W × 59cm D Tabletop height: 75cm

Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
140cm (55.12")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Tinker & Toad has dated this Reformed Gothic Tiled Washstand to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241319
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Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2020
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Archive I A Victorian Reformed Gothic washstand featuring a white marble top, turned legs, a tiled splashback, and geometric dark wood inlays.

A Rare Victorian Reformed Gothic Washstand Attributed to Charles Bevan with Christopher Dresser Tiles

Archive II A Victorian Reformed Gothic washstand featuring a white marble top, turned legs, a tiled splashback, and geometric dark wood inlays. View II
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East Sussex
TN31 7EN
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A Victorian Reformed Gothic washstand featuring a white marble top, turned legs, a tiled splashback, and geometric dark wood inlays.
A Rare Victorian Reformed Gothic Washstand Attributed To Charles Bevan With Christopher Dresser Tiles
Ref: SA1241319
A Victorian Reformed Gothic washstand featuring a white marble top, turned legs, a tiled splashback, and geometric dark wood inlays.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWashstands
  • Period19th century
  • StyleReformed Gothic
  • MaterialAsh, Marble, Ceramic Tiles, Brass
  • ColourHoney Brown
  • MotifsGeometric inlay, Turned legs, Tiled splashback, Chamfered edges
  • SizeH 110 cm (43 in) x W 140 cm (55 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

This late 19th-century Victorian Reformed Gothic washstand is made from honey-brown figured maple with contrasting dark geometric wood inlay and a substantial white marble top. The architectural raised gallery and lower stretcher shelf both incorporate original Minton ceramic tiles decorated in green, blue, and brown tones. Two frieze drawers are fitted with brass drop-ring handles and complemented by finely turned column supports and chamfered edges. The entire structure stands upon curved feet fitted with white china castors. Practical dimensions measure 110 cm high, 140 cm wide, and 59 cm deep. Suitable for contemporary interiors, this piece functions well as a grand hall table, a console table, or a double vanity unit in a modern bathroom. The lower shelf offers open storage or display space, while the marble top provides a durable, wipe-clean surface for daily use. The distinctive mix of architectural woodwork and colourful ceramic tiles integrates smoothly into eclectic period or modern living spaces.

FAQs

Reformed Gothic furniture emerged in the mid-to-late 19th century as a response to elaborate Victorian revivalism, emphasising honest construction, geometric inlay, and functional medieval-inspired forms.

Victorian washstands often featured light timbers such as ash, birch, or satinwood, paired with durable marble tops, inset ceramic tiles, and cast brass hardware.

Authentic pieces generally display flat geometric marquetry, chamfered edges, exposed joints, turned pillars, and stylised floral ceramic tiles rather than high-relief carving.

A Victorian washstand functions well as a hallway console table, a bathroom vanity, or a statement server in a dining room, paired with minimalist contemporary accents.

Clean the timber with a soft microfibre cloth and specialised furniture wax, while marble surfaces should be wiped with a pH-neutral cleaner to prevent etching and staining.
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