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What is a whatnot?
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A whatnot is a shelving unit with three to four tiers, supported by pillars, in a variety of shapes; square, oblong and semi-circle to name a few. You’ll find a variety of whatnots from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique English Mahogany Three-Tiered "Whatnot" Shelf, circa 1880-1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English mahogany three-tiered "Whatnot" shelf, circa 1880-1890.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Victorian Whatnot Shelf Trolley Rosewood, 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Victorian rosewood high quality Whatnot surmounted with a brass gallery with string inlaid
Category
Antique 1860s Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Vintage Night Table, Whatnot, Shelf, Stand, Beechwood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Amazing and unique table from the 1960s. It was manufactured in Poland.
They was made of beechwood, it was refreshed and fully renovated.
Very good vintage condition.
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
19th Century Ebonised Whatnot Etagere Shelf Unit with Gallery Top, English
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
Striking 19th Century Ebonised Whatnot Shelf Unit with Gallery Top
Antique English, circa 1880
This
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Shelves
Materials
Beech
Fine Aesthetic Movement Ormolu Porcelain Tiered Étagères, End Tables
Located in Forney, TX
, plant stand, bedside nightstand, display etagere or whatnot shelf, glamorous Hollywood Regency accent
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Side Tables
Materials
Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon Sellette Tiered Etagere Stand
Located in Forney, TX
, add a romantic warm ambiance as a candle torchiere, candelabra lantern or floor standing lamp, whatnot
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Pedestals
Materials
Brass
