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Antique Whatnot, English, Mahogany, Three Tier, Victorian, Display Stand, C.1860
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Antique Whatnot, English, Mahogany, Three Tier, Victorian, Display Stand, C.1860

19th century
Description

This is an antique whatnot, an English, mahogany, three tier, Victorian display stand dating to the mid 19th century, circa 1860.

Delightful, rich, russet tones to the select mahogany

Good consistent colour in the wax polished finish

Grain interest with a desirable aged patina

The figured top and shelves display well

The columns capped with acorn finials

Each tier featuring a dovetailed, cock-beaded drawer

Dressed with a pair of quality turned pulls

Barrel turned columns to each corner

Displaying ring turned details

Raised upon turned and tapered legs

Riding upon the original castors

A super antique whatnot with solid joints and construction. Delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 60.5cm (23.75'')

Max Depth: 37.5cm (14.75'')

Max Height: 145cm (57'')

Top Shelf Height: 40cm (15.75'')

Bottom Shelf Height: 42.5cm (16.75'')

Internal Drawer Depths:

Top: 3.4cm (1.25'')

Middle: 4.5cm (1.75'')

Bottom: 8cm (3.25'')

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Physical Dimensions
Height
145cm (57.09")
Width
60.5cm (23.82")
Depth
37.5cm (14.76")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Whatnot Stand to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA991930
Dealers Internal Reference
18.5732
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Description
This is an antique whatnot, an English, mahogany, three tier, Victorian display stand dating to the mid 19th century, circa 1860.

Delightful, rich, russet tones to the select mahogany

Good consistent colour in the wax polished finish

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany three-tier whatnot display stand with turned upright columns, small drawers with wood handles, and brass castors.
fig 1. Antique Whatnot, English, Mahogany, Three Tier, Victorian, Display Stand, C.1860

Grain interest with a desirable aged patina

The figured top and shelves display well

The columns capped with acorn finials

Each tier featuring a dovetailed, cock-beaded drawer

Dressed with a pair of quality turned pulls

fig 2. A Victorian mahogany three-tier whatnot display stand with turned upright columns, small drawers with wood handles, and brass castors.
fig 2. Antique Whatnot, English, Mahogany, Three Tier, Victorian, Display Stand, C.1860

Barrel turned columns to each corner

Displaying ring turned details

Raised upon turned and tapered legs

Riding upon the original castors

A super antique whatnot with solid joints and construction. Delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

fig 3. A Victorian mahogany three-tier whatnot display stand with turned upright columns, small drawers with wood handles, and brass castors.
fig 3. Antique Whatnot, English, Mahogany, Three Tier, Victorian, Display Stand, C.1860

Dimensions:

Max Width: 60.5cm (23.75'')

Max Depth: 37.5cm (14.75'')

Max Height: 145cm (57'')

Top Shelf Height: 40cm (15.75'')

Bottom Shelf Height: 42.5cm (16.75'')

Internal Drawer Depths:

Top: 3.4cm (1.25'')

fig 4. A Victorian mahogany three-tier whatnot display stand with turned upright columns, small drawers with wood handles, and brass castors.
fig 4. Antique Whatnot, English, Mahogany, Three Tier, Victorian, Display Stand, C.1860

Middle: 4.5cm (1.75'')

Bottom: 8cm (3.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
London Fine Antiques
fig 5. A Victorian mahogany three-tier whatnot display stand with turned upright columns, small drawers with wood handles, and brass castors.
fig 5. Antique Whatnot, English, Mahogany, Three Tier, Victorian, Display Stand, C.1860

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

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Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Height
145cm (57.09")
Width
60.5cm (23.82")
Depth
37.5cm (14.76")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Whatnot Stand to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA991930
Dealers Internal Ref
18.5732
London Fine Antiques
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Antique Whatnot, English, Mahogany, Three Tier, Victorian, Display Stand, C.1860

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A Victorian mahogany three-tier whatnot display stand with turned upright columns, small drawers with wood handles, and brass castors.
Antique Whatnot, English, Mahogany, Three Tier, Victorian, Display Stand, c.1860
Ref: SA991930
A Victorian mahogany three-tier whatnot display stand with turned upright columns, small drawers with wood handles, and brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDisplay Stands
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned spindles, Finials, Brass castors, Wooden knob handles
  • SizeH 145 cm (57 in) x W 60.5 cm (24 in) x D 37.5 cm (15 in)

An antique English mahogany three-tier whatnot display stand in the Victorian style, dating to circa 1860. The piece has a warm brown colour with rich russet tones in the wax polished finish, showing grain interest and an aged patina across the figured top and shelves. Details include acorn finials capping the corner columns, barrel turned columns with ring-turned details, dovetail cock-beaded drawers with wooden knob handles, and turned and tapered legs raised on brass castors. Measuring 145 cm high, 60.5 cm wide, and 37.5 cm deep, it provides compact vertical storage and display space. Suitable for use in an empty corner of a living room, hallway, or study, the stand holds books, decorative objects, or small collections while adding period character to an interior. The sturdy construction and practical shelved design make it a versatile piece for traditional or eclectic homes seeking functional antique furniture with storage drawers.

FAQs

A whatnot is a piece of 19th-century open shelving furniture supported by turned columns, designed to display ornaments, books, and curiosities.

Victorian whatnots were primarily crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, and walnut, frequently fitted with brass castors and turned timber handles.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-turned uprights, dovetailed drawer construction, original brass castors, and natural age patination across the timber surfaces.

A Victorian whatnot functions well as an accent display unit in living rooms, hallways, or alcoves to hold books, potted plants, and decorative objects.

Dust regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish periodically to protect the timber and maintain its finish.
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