What is an antique wash stand?

An antique wash stand was a stand, typically made of wood, that was designed to hold a washing pitcher and basin. A wash stand was an early version of the modern bathroom sink. It sometimes would have a hole or indentation to help hold the basin still and some were designed to also hold a mirror. On 1stDibs, find an array of antique wash stands.

Georgian Wash Stand

18th Century George III Period Wash Stand

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

jug. This Georgian wash stand is in good condition with beautiful figuring to the mahogany and a good

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British George III Tables

Materials

Walnut

18th Century George III Period Wash Stand

$1,625

H 31.11 in W 13.98 in D 13.98 in

Georgian Gentleman’s Wash Stand

Located in Bradenton, FL

Georgian Gentleman’s Mahogany wash or basin stand 1795-1810. This is a very well constructed piece

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Unknown George III Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Georgian Gentleman’s Wash Stand

$1,295

H 34 in W 34 in D 20 in

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18th Century Wash Basin / Wig Stand

Located in Folkestone, Kent

An 18th century mahogany basin Stand, with circular top supported on three slender turned columns

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Night Stands

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Wash Basin / Wig Stand

H 31.5 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in

Georgian Mahogany and Brass Wash Stand

Located in Malton, GB

used a wash stand. It is completely collapsable which is the nature of campaign pieces. But when erect

Category

Antique 19th Century English Campaign Vanities

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany and Brass Wash Stand

H 31.5 in W 25.2 in D 18.9 in

Early 19th Century Mahogany Corner Wash Stand

Located in Martlesham, GB

Early 19th century mahogany corner wash stand of bow fronted form, having a shaped hinged lift up

Category

Antique 1810s British Georgian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Mahogany Corner Wash Stand

H 32.5 in W 22 in L 32.5 in

Elegant Early 19th Century George III Corner Wash Stand

Located in Dublin, IE

An elegant early 19th century George III mahogany corner wash stand. The shaped and moulded gallery

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Brass

Elegant Early 19th Century George III Corner Wash Stand

H 45 in W 24.25 in D 17.25 in

Georgian Wash Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

A nice small 19th Century Georgian mahogany wash stand. (altered)

Category

Antique 19th Century English Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Georgian Wash Stand

H 31 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in

Georgian Wash Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

George III Period mahogany wash stand, circa 1790. With later top piece.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Georgian Wash Stand

H 31 in W 13 in D 13 in

Georgian Bedside Cabinet Wash Stand

Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

18th century Georgian mahogany bureau An 18th century George III mahogany bureau. The bureau has

Category

Antique 1780s British George III Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Bedside Cabinet Wash Stand

H 42.1 in W 38.2 in D 20.9 in

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18thC.Georgian Washstand and Six Piece "Mason's Ironstone" Toiletry Set

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Located in Incline Village, NV

This hard to find ensemble consists of a uniquely configured 18th century Georgian night cupboard circa 1770, and a six piece Victorian Mason's Ironstone toiletry set for washing and...

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Antique 1770s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

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18thC.Georgian Washstand and Six Piece "Mason's Ironstone" Toiletry Set

$9,800

H 51 in W 40 in D 20 in

Important Beau Brummell Regency Period Flame Mahogany Gentleman's Dressing Table

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A rare and spectacular George III period (1760-1820) Beau Brummell gentleman's dressing table. There is no mistaking this remarkably distinctive table's complex design and superb qu...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Vanities

Materials

Brass

Important Beau Brummell Regency Period Flame Mahogany Gentleman's Dressing Table

$9,500

H 29.5 in W 44.5 in D 25.75 in

English 19th Century Metamorphic Table with Lift Top, Drawers and Shelves

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English metamorphic table on casters from the 19th century with flip top, two drawers, cross banding, two shelves and brass hardware. Created in England during the 19th century, t...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Side Tables

Materials

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English 19th Century Metamorphic Table with Lift Top, Drawers and Shelves

$7,275

H 32.75 in W 41 in D 21.5 in

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What is an antique wash stand?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An antique wash stand was a stand, typically made of wood, that was designed to hold a washing pitcher and basin. A wash stand was an early version of the modern bathroom sink. It sometimes would have a hole or indentation to help hold the basin still and some were designed to also hold a mirror. On 1stDibs, find an array of antique wash stands.