George III mahogany sleigh form cheese wheel (Stilton) coaster, raised on a square plinth, raised on castors, circa 1780-1800
Size: 8 ½ x 17 in
A19167
There are numerous items that were commonly used during the Georgian period but are no longer used and can be repurposed for today’s lifestyle. One of our favorite examples is our George III sleigh form cheese wheel. During the 18th and early 19th centuries, cheese was often the final course of the dinner meal. Cheese came in large rounds; the cheese would be placed in the cheese coaster and would be pushed along the table so that dinner guests could serve themselves. Although we may serve cheese after a meal, we no longer serve large cheese wheels. One modern use is as a vide poche, or catch all for keys, wallet, and extra items that show up in your pockets or purse. Another use could be for remote controls which multiply faster than the electronics they control. This fine example is elevated on a square plinth, raised on castors, and dates from the George III period. Whether you use it as a vide poche or as a design piece it would look wonderful on any side table, sofa table or sideboard.