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

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 shows 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: 50.5 cm (20'')

Max depth: 48 cm (19'')

Max height: 71.5 cm (28.25'')

Extended width: 86.5 cm (34'')

Extended depth: 49.5 cm (19.5'')

Extended height: 91.5 cm (36'').

Origin : United Kingdom
Manufacture Date : Circa 1850
Materials : Wood