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Victorian Oak Apprentice Piece Miniature Dresser
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Victorian Oak Apprentice Piece Miniature Dresser

19th century
Sold 5 November 2024 · Hand of Glory
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Description

A Victorian light oak apprentice piece / miniature dresser, the stepped cornice over a pair of glazed doors opening to reveal the original blue painted interior, the base with a pair of drawers over a pair of panel doors and raised on a shaped plinth base.

A nicely made little piece, an apprentice piece rather than an item of doll's furniture.

Physical Dimensions
Height
56.6cm (22.28")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Victorian Oak Miniature Dresser to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1047232
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00000639
Description
A Victorian light oak apprentice piece / miniature dresser, the stepped cornice over a pair of glazed doors opening to reveal the original blue painted interior, the base with a pair of drawers over a pair of panel doors and raised on a shaped plinth base.

A nicely made little piece, an apprentice piece rather than an item of doll's furniture.

Height
56.6cm (22.28")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Victorian Oak Miniature Dresser to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1047232
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000639
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

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A small Victorian oak miniature dresser featuring glass upper cabinet doors, two small drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors with visible wood grain. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A small Victorian oak miniature dresser featuring glass upper cabinet doors, two small drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors with visible wood grain. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Oak Apprentice Piece Miniature Dresser

Archive II A small Victorian oak miniature dresser featuring glass upper cabinet doors, two small drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors with visible wood grain. View II
Archive III A small Victorian oak miniature dresser featuring glass upper cabinet doors, two small drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors with visible wood grain. View III
Archive IV A small Victorian oak miniature dresser featuring glass upper cabinet doors, two small drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors with visible wood grain. View IV
Archive V A small Victorian oak miniature dresser featuring glass upper cabinet doors, two small drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors with visible wood grain. View V
Archive VI A small Victorian oak miniature dresser featuring glass upper cabinet doors, two small drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors with visible wood grain. View VI
Archive VII A small Victorian oak miniature dresser featuring glass upper cabinet doors, two small drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors with visible wood grain. View VII
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Telephone 07867 305451 or 01249 447478
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Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/handofglory
Verified Since Jul 2012
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Items Sold 2,462
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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A small Victorian oak miniature dresser featuring glass upper cabinet doors, two small drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors with visible wood grain.
Victorian Oak Apprentice Piece Miniature Dresser
Ref: SA1047232
A small Victorian oak miniature dresser featuring glass upper cabinet doors, two small drawers, and lower wooden cabinet doors with visible wood grain.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCabinets & Cupboards
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGlass panel doors, Panelled cupboard doors, Turned wooden knobs, Scalloped plinth base
  • SizeH 56.6 cm (22 in) x W 35 cm (14 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

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Apprentice pieces, or salesman samples, were scaled-down models crafted by journeymen or trainees to demonstrate their woodworking skill to master craftsmen or to showcase furniture designs to prospective clients.

These pieces were typically constructed from domestic hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, frequently featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, miniature brass hardware, and glass pane inserts.

Authenticity is determined by period-correct construction methods, genuine age-related wear to the timber, hand-forged or period-appropriate metal fittings, and proportionate scaling that mirrors full-sized furniture of the era.

Positioning the piece on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or console table allows it to serve as a focal point for displaying small curiosities, pocket watches, or vintage minerals while adding historical texture to a room.

Preservation requires keeping the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, applying microcrystalline wax periodically, and avoiding harsh chemical cleaning products.
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