This is an elegant Georgian washstand in solid Cuban mahogany.  The top with moulded upstand and shaped apron lies over a single frieze drawer and circular undertier bounded by Gothic inspired fretwork carving.

This washstand is in wonderful original condition with no repairs or breaks, no warping and no evidence of woodworm, old or new.  The brass drop handle to the oak-lined frieze drawer is original.  An old crack in the rear of the oak- lined drawer base has been repaired some time during the last century.  Old repairs such as these are consistent with age and usage and a reassuring sign of authenticity for a piece that is 250 years old. 

It is extremely rare to find a piece of this age in such excellent original condition.  The depth of colour is particularly good and the washstand has never been stripped or french polished. The finish demonstrates an attractive glowing  patina,  retaining the original waxed surface.  This always adds considerably to the investment value, as so often pieces of this age were french polished in Victorian times.

Altogether this lovely Georgian washstand represents an elegant investment piece that would make a perfect lamp table/ wine table or bedside cabinet.