antique ship's wash stand, english, drop flap nightstand, victorian, circa 1850

Our Stock # 18.7926

This is an antique ship's wash stand. An English, mahogany drop flap nightstand, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

• Fascinating example of maritime furniture
• Displays a desirable aged patina with original marks commensurate with age and use
• Select stocks show fine russet hues and grain interest throughout
• Associated ceramic wash bowl and commemorative cup in good order

• Near square in proportion, extending flaps held stay with flying arm supports
• Lift-up top concertinas at the middle, folding into a low back rest
• Bowl and cup recess set neatly into the space beneath
• Dressed with a brass lock escutcheon - untested, key absent

• Arranged as a small cupboard with two drawers, each dressed with circular brass pulls
• The taller, narrow candle box sits above a shallower, full-width towel drawer
• Standing upon a quartet of gently tapered baluster legs with cylinder feet

This is a charming antique ship's wash stand, proudly displaying over a century of graceful patination. Solid joints and construction. Delivered waxed, polished and ready for use.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 50.5cm (20'')
Max Depth: 48cm (19'')
Max Height: 71.5cm (28.25'')

Extended Width: 86.5cm (34'')
Extended Depth: 49.5cm (19.5'')
Extended Height: 91.5cm (36'') 

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Antique Ship's Wash Stand, English, Drop Flap Nightstand, Victorian, Circa 1850

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