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GOOD GEORGE II MAHOGANY BASIN (WASHING) STAND

England, c1750-60

 

 

 

The molded circular-shaped basin resting on three S-scroll legs above a above a triangular canted section enclosing two mahogany-lined drawers supported by three further S-scroll legs with circular dished under-tier below, resting on three dramatically stretched cabriole legs on pad feet

 

Note :

Of interest is that a piece of furniture especially designed for washing does not appear until the mid- 18th century.  Thomas Chippendale is the 3rd edition of the “Director” illustrates 3 models, entitled “Bason Stands”. 

Only one is shown on a single standard, the other on 4 legs. 

Thomas Sheraton later noted :

“...a circular tripod basin-stand is entirely novel and designed for a young lady to wash at”. 

The breadth of stance on the this basin stand is quite grand.  Also note the curved supports.

 

Provenance : Alfred Bullard, London and Philadelphia
Apter-Fredericks, Ltd., London

(Bearing labels for both ; with Apter-Fredericks receipt)

 

Condition : Excellent with nicks, scratches and minor water marks to the second tier, as expected with age and usage;

bearing an old refinish, probably Edwardian

 

Also excellent as a side table or stand, with a simple large plate or charger.

 

28.75” High x 22.5”: Wide (over the legs)

 

Price : PLEASE INQUIRE

 

#6565

 

 

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See Also :

 

"CHRISTMAS" : "THE DECORATIONS"

 

"CHRISTMAS" : "THE DECORATIONS"

 

 

 

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Good George II Mahogany Basin (or Washing) Stand, England, c1750