Why is it called a Martha Washington sewing cabinet?

Martha Washington sewing cabinets were named after Martha Washington, George Washington’s wife. They were created long after she had already passed away, but were named such because she was said to have had a cabinet that she sat and sewed at. Take a look at a variety of Martha Washington sewing cabinets from top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a Martha Washington chair?

From the 18th century, a Martha Washington chair features a high back, no arms and an upholstered seat and back. The chair’s frame was usually crafted from mahogany. Shop a collection of antique Martha Washington chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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Antique Martha Washington Wood Sewing Cabinet Flip Top Side Table Stand

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H 28.75 in W 12.25 in D 23.5 in

Antique Martha Washington Wood Sewing Cabinet Flip Top Side Table Stand

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Martha Washington style wooden sewing cabinet with two flip top end sections, three drawers

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Early 20th Century American Colonial Cabinets

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Hardwood

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Spool Sewing Cabinet Chest Side Table Stand

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H 27 in W 23.5 in D 12.5 in

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Spool Sewing Cabinet Chest Side Table Stand

Located in San Diego, CA

"An eye catching turn of the 20th century Martha Washington sewing table. Made from mahogany with

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20th Century American American Colonial Cabinets

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Mahogany

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Sewing Stand with Project Pockets, circa 1930

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H 28.63 in W 27.75 in D 13.63 in

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Sewing Stand with Project Pockets, circa 1930

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Martha Washington sewing stand or cabinet offers mahogany construction with central

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Early 20th Century American Hepplewhite Cabinets

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Mahogany, Satinwood

Vintage Martha Washington Colonial Mahogany Sewing Stand Side Table Cabinet

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H 29 in W 28 in D 14 in

Vintage Martha Washington Colonial Mahogany Sewing Stand Side Table Cabinet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Martha Washington Colonial Style Mahogany Sewing Stand Side Table Cabinet. Item features

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Early 20th Century American Colonial Side Tables

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Mahogany

Antique Martha Washington Walnut 3 Drawer Spool Sewing Cabinet Side Table Stand

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H 29 in W 28.5 in D 14 in

Antique Martha Washington Walnut 3 Drawer Spool Sewing Cabinet Side Table Stand

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Martha Washington style wooden sewing cabinet with two flip top end sections, three drawers

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Antique 19th Century Federal Tables

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Walnut

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Sewing Stand with Project Pockets, circa 1930

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H 28.75 in W 27.5 in L 28.75 in

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Sewing Stand with Project Pockets, circa 1930

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Martha Washington sewing stand or cabinet offers mahogany construction with central

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20th Century American Side Tables

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Mahogany

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Spool Sewing Cabinet Chest Side Table Stand

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H 28 in W 31 in D 14 in

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Spool Sewing Cabinet Chest Side Table Stand

Located in Dayton, OH

"An eye catching turn of the 20th century Martha Washington sewing table. Made from mahogany with

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Early 20th Century Federal Side Tables

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Mahogany

Martha Washington style Mahogany leather top desk

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H 30 in W 72 in D 36 in

Martha Washington style Mahogany leather top desk

Located in Miami, FL

Martha Washington style mahogany five drawer desk with black tooled leather top and faux

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20th Century American Primitive Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

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Questions About Martha Washington Cabinet

Why is it called a Martha Washington sewing cabinet?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Martha Washington sewing cabinets were named after Martha Washington, George Washington’s wife. They were created long after she had already passed away, but were named such because she was said to have had a cabinet that she sat and sewed at. Take a look at a variety of Martha Washington sewing cabinets from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a Martha Washington chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
From the 18th century, a Martha Washington chair features a high back, no arms and an upholstered seat and back. The chair’s frame was usually crafted from mahogany. Shop a collection of antique Martha Washington chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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