Reproduction of Thomas

Jefferson Dumbwaiter

This mahogany dumbwaiter was built as a reproduction of a dumbwaiter from Thomas Jefferson's Monticello dining room collection.  The original piece is attributed to the Monticello Joinery shop - possibly built by Henry and Joseph Ingle. The Monticello reference accession number is 1976-129 and the piece can be seen on the Monticello website.  The piece features traditional joinery, custom cast brass handles, brass casters and a marble top serving surface. I chose mahogany for this reproduction to match the original. Walnut, tiger maple or cherry would also be very well suited to the design.  Similar dumbwaiters or servers could be done in a variety of styles and designs.  The size, style, wood selection, and coloring can be customized to suit the customer's requirements.    

Features

• Primary construction is solid mahogany • The dimensions are approximately 35" high x 18.5" wide x 18.5" deep • The top of the dumbwaiter is a piece of solid marble. • Mortise and tenon joinery throughout the piece. • Cuffed feet with custom molding. • Custom molded brass reproduction pulls to match the original hardware. • Reproduction brass casters. • Three wooden shelves have one side open to allow access for a tray or plate. • This piece was finished with a hand rubbed varnish finish -  then buffed and waxed to a satiny sheen. • Other woods, styles and finishes are available

Detail views of Front and Side of dumbwaiter.

Detail view of Marble Top.

Detail views of the feet and custom pulls.