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Description

Early 19th century English potboard dresser base with original paint finish and good worn pine top. 1820.

Code: 8742

Dimensions:

W: 86" (218.4 cm)

H: 36" (91.4 cm)

D: 19" (48.3 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Antique Potboard Dresser Base to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

91cm (35.83")

Width

218cm (85.83")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1117962

Dealers Internal Reference

8742

Description

Early 19th century English potboard dresser base with original paint finish and good worn pine top. 1820.

Code: 8742

Dimensions:

W: 86" (218.4 cm)

H: 36" (91.4 cm)

D: 19" (48.3 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Antique Potboard Dresser Base to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

91cm (35.83")

Width

218cm (85.83")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1117962

Dealers Internal Ref

8742

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Arcadia Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

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Arcadia Antiques

Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923

Location

Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/arcadia

Verified Since Jun 2009

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectSideboards
Period19th century
StyleEnglish Country
MaterialOak, Pine, Mixed Timber
ColourGreen
MotifsFour-drawer configuration, Open lower potboard shelf, Distressed painted finish, Brass drawer pulls
SizeH 91 cm (36 in) x W 218 cm (86 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

FAQs

A potboard dresser base is a traditional English dining room or kitchen cabinet featuring a set of drawers above an open lower shelf, historically used for storing heavy pots and pans.

These pieces were typically constructed from native British timbers such as oak, elm, pine, and fruitwood, often featuring hand-planed boards and traditional joinery.

Authentic pieces exhibit period construction techniques such as hand-cut dovetails, wooden peg joinery, historic paint layers, and natural wear patterns consistent with age and use.

An antique dresser base can be integrated into modern spaces by using it as a kitchen island, a hallway console, or a dining room sideboard to anchor contemporary art and minimalist decor.

Preserve antique painted surfaces by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to prevent wood movement and flaking.