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Antique Whatnot Irish, Burr Walnut, Mirror Stand Robert Strahan Co, circa 1840

$7,192.51
£5,250
€6,151.89
CA$9,940.93
A$10,569.26
CHF 5,715.54
MX$125,724.62
NOK 71,595.25
SEK 65,387.76
DKK 45,956.72

About the Item

This is an antique whatnot, an Irish, burr walnut, three tier, mirror-back, display Stand by the highly regarded Robert Strahan Co. firm of Dublin, Ireland. Dating to the early to mid-19th century, circa 1840. Of exceptional quality befitting of such a renowned cabinet maker The well figured, burr walnut displays beautifully in the lustrous wax polished finish The three serpentine tiers feature chamfered profiles Raised on inverted bell flower pillars, turned and carved To the lower rear, expertly executed, intertwining 'C' scroll brackets Riding upon mushroom legs over brass castors The shaped mirror plate is framed in a complex moulding Supported by a repetition of the pierced 'C' scroll brakets Dressed with foliate carvings and surmounted by a pierced, stylized garland A fine example of the firm's craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max width 120.5cm (47.5'') Max depth 40.75cm (16'') Max height 155cm (61'') Counter height 98cm (38.5'') Shelf heights 36cm (14.25'').
  • Creator:
    Robert Strahan (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 61.03 in (155 cm)Width: 47.45 in (120.5 cm)Depth: 16.05 in (40.75 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.51791stDibs: LU2645315150122

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