George IV Mahogany Oval Dumbwaiter 18th Century

Name: George IV Mahogany Oval Dumbwaiter
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA755114
Price: 2500 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectOccasional Tables
Period18th century
StyleGeorge IV
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsOval tier tops, Brass support pillars, Turned central stem, Reeded pedestal legs
SizeH 110 cm (43 in) x W 91 cm (36 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This George IV mahogany two-tier oval dumbwaiter exemplifies Regency style during the Georgian period. The piece presents warm brown timber tones across two solid oval trays featuring ribbed fore-edges, held aloft by four slender brass support pillars. Below, a turned, ring-turned and bulbous central stem flows into four reeded sabre legs finished with brass caps and castors. Visible details include crisp mouldings on the tier edges, varied turning on the central column, and functional metal hardware on the feet. The stand measures 110 cm high, 91 cm wide, and 61 cm deep. In a modern interior, this versatile occasional table suits a sitting room, library, or hallway. The compact footprint makes it practical for displaying decorative items, holding reading materials, or serving drinks in an empty corner or beside seating. The combination of dark polished wood and bright brass elements brings classic character and traditional craftsmanship to both period and contemporary settings.

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Originating in the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, a dumbwaiter is a tiered table designed to hold dishes, condiments, or serving utensils in a dining space, allowing guests to serve themselves without domestic staff present.

Pieces from this period were crafted using dense hardwoods such as mahogany, frequently featuring solid brass support pillars, brass toe caps, and brass wheel castors for ease of movement.

Authentic nineteenth-century pieces feature turned central pillars, reeded pedestal legs, original brass hardware, and construction techniques such as hand-cut joinery consistent with the period.

In contemporary settings, a two-tiered dumbwaiter functions as an occasional side table, a compact bar cart, or a decorative display stand in a living room, hallway, or dining space.

Regular dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and an occasional application of natural beeswax polish will preserve the timber surface, while keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources prevents warping.

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George IV Mahogany Oval Dumbwaiter