Antique 19th Century Victorian Toilet with P Trap

An antique Victorian toilet with a ‘P Trap’, circa 1877.

Perfect for a vintage cloakroom or period style ensuite, this antique toilet instilled with 19th century character.

In excellent condition, the excelsior model is made in glazed porcelain with decorative moulding to the base and the rim and an appealing white glaze.

History of the Toilet: Victoria Era

There were three main types of water closets when they first began to emerge in the Victorian era.

The Pan closet: An unsanitary basin with a pan at the bottom in order to collect waste. This was a design that proved to be extremely unhygienic with its interior becoming fouled and withheld a lingering odour.

The Wash-out: The precursor of the modern closet, this design left the water in an S-strap after each flush. This design superseded all other types after names including Twyford began manufacturing them.

The Pedestal: Here, the S-bend curves up behind the pan which then supports the seat. This made cleaning a much more able activity than it had been previously with the use of wooden casing.