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What is a Victorian what-not?
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A what-not is a French piece of furniture featuring an open-shelf design for small knick-knacks or ornaments. It’s generally a smaller piece of furniture used for display purposes. Browse a selection of what-not shelves on 1stDibs to proudly display your favorite collectibles.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Antique Whatnots on 1stDibs
Regency Rosewood Whatnot
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
Regency four-tier whatnot; elegant turned pillars surmounted by small finials; lovely variegated
Category
Antique 1820s English Regency Shelves
Materials
Rosewood
$3,943
Victorian Small Rosewood Whatnot
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Delightfully small Rosewood Whatnot, with beautiful patina. One missing finial tip. Small enough to
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Victorian Rosewood Corner Whatnot
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Victorian rosewood corner whatnot, having a fretwork gallery to the top
Category
Antique 19th Century Tables
Materials
Rosewood
19th Century English Whatnot
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic late 19th century English mahogany whatnot, or tired stand, with beautifully turned
Category
Antique 1880s British Victorian Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English Whatnot
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century English mahogany whatnot, or tired stand, with beautifully turned supports
Category
Antique 1880s British Victorian Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Victorian Whatnot Bookshelf Walnut 1850
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Excellent quality Victorian burr walnut whatnot.
Circa 1850
Raised upon turned feet with brass
Category
Antique 1850s Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
