Object Description
This a fine quality antique English transitional William IV / early Victorian mahogany whatnot, comprising three tiers with a drawer, circa 1830 – 1840, in excellent original condition.
Summary:
• Item: Mahogany Whatnot
• Circa: 1830 – 1840
• Period: William IV / Early Victorian
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Solid Mahogany
• Transitional period
• Two tiers
• Melon turned finials
• Elegant fluted column supports
• Central moulded drawer
• Original drawer knobs
• Original melon carved ball feet
• Original brass socket castors
• Stunning original colour & patination
• Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns policy
Description:
This a fine quality antique English transitional William IV / early Victorian mahogany whatnot, comprising three tiers with a drawer, circa 1830 – 1840, in excellent original condition. The style and design of this piece transcends from the William IV to the early Victorian period. Decorated with melon carved finials above the top shelf, the display sand is supported by finely shaped fluted columns, with a second shelf below and a drawer. The working drawer is decorated with a moulded front and retains its original matching melon carved knobs. The drawer is mahogany lined and finely constructed with hand-dovetail joints. Further down a third and the lowest shelf is also supported by fluted columns. Each of the shelves are finished with a fine moulded edge. The mahogany whatnot stands on its original bulbous melon carved feet, which terminate on brass socket castors. The mahogany display stand retains its original colour and patination, therefore it boasts a stunning colour, which cannot be replicated without the passage of time.
A what-not is a piece of furniture derived from the French étagère, which was exceedingly popular in England in the first three-quarters of the 19th century. It usually consists of slender uprights or pillars, supporting a series of shelves for holding and displaying china, ornaments, trifles, or what not, hence the elusive name!
This mahogany whatnot is an excellent investment but also very practical for storage and would look superb in a variety of rooms from the hallway, dining or living room. It would fit in either a traditional setting, or mixed in a more modern decorative setting. So don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.
Condition Report:
This a fine quality antique English transitional William IV / early Victorian mahogany whatnot, comprising three tiers with a drawer, circa 1830 – 1840, in excellent original condition. Nominal old use marks to the top shelf and leading edges but nothing significant considering its age. The mahogany display stand has been wax-polished to a professional standard; therefore, it boasts a stunning colour, whilst retaining its original patination. The drawer is in good working condition and retains its original drawer knobs. Likewise, the feet are original and in good condition. This mahogany whatnot is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 114cm / 44⅞” / 3ft 8⅞”
Width = 53.5cm / 21” / 1ft 9”
Depth (Feet) = 46cm / 18⅛” / 1ft 6⅛”
Shelf Height (Top) = 107.3cm / 42¼” / 3ft 6¼”
Shelf Height (Centre) = 71cm / 28” / 2ft 4”
Shelf Height (Bottom) = 23.5cm / 9¼”
Price:
The price for this item is £1,250, which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and free 14-day returns.
Customer Service:
We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*
• Free 14 Day Returns
• Full money back assurance
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
Further Information:
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Customers outside the UK should call:
Office: 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian: 00 44 7960 738 212
Yola: 00 44 7971 882 567
Email: [email protected]
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Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
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About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yola Gray has a special interest in colonial furniture, specifically colonial four poster beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English antique furniture, art and fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.
Please visit the Yola Gray website at www.yolagray.com for further items and information.
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