Description
Pair of early C19th George IV period mahogany salver or charger display stands.
Scarce pair of mahogany 'country-house' stands designed to display silver salvers, dishes or porcelain chargers upon on a sideboard or serving table . The rectangular weighted plinth bases with a simply moulded top edge, surmounted by ebonised 'split' baluster turned mouldings to form rests to house chargers of varied diameters at different angles .
The broad strut back supports having a raked angle. The edges of the struts with a sophisticated carved 'egg-and-dart' detail .
Similar stands were produced by the esteemed cabinet-making firm of Gillows of Lancaster and London. (Examples can be seen in Susan E. Stuart "Gillows of Lancaster & London " , Vol .II p.119 , plate 669.)
Excellent original condition , colour and patination.
H 16"
W 13"
D 5"
England c.1825
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 179
Dimensions
Height = 40 cm (16")
Width = 44 cm (18")
Depth = 12 cm (5")
Pair of early C19th George IV period mahogany salver or charger display stands.
Price
SOLD
Item Ref
ML 179
Description
Pair of early C19th George IV period mahogany salver or charger display stands.
Scarce pair of mahogany 'country-house' stands designed to display silver salvers, dishes or porcelain chargers upon on a sideboard or serving table . The rectangular weighted plinth bases with a simply moulded top edge, surmounted by ebonised 'split' baluster turned mouldings to form rests to house chargers of varied diameters at different angles .
The broad strut back supports having a raked angle. The edges of the struts with a sophisticated carved 'egg-and-dart' detail .
Similar stands were produced by the esteemed cabinet-making firm of Gillows of Lancaster and London. (Examples can be seen in Susan E. Stuart "Gillows of Lancaster & London " , Vol .II p.119 , plate 669.)
Excellent original condition , colour and patination.
H 16"
W 13"
D 5"
England c.1825
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 179
Dimensions
Height = 40 cm (16")
Width = 44 cm (18")
Depth = 12 cm (5")
This item is SOLD and is no longer available to purchase.