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Antique 18th Century Good Quality Dresser Base in Oak
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Antique 18th Century Good Quality Dresser Base in Oak

18th century
Sold 6 June 2025 · ActFurniture LTD
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This antique 18th century oak dresser base is a superb example of period craftsmanship, showcasing timeless elegance and exceptional build quality. Crafted from solid oak, the piece stands confidently on sturdy square feet and features two generously sized drawers to the front, each fitted with decorative brass handles that beautifully complement the rich tones of the wood.

The dresser base boasts a magnificent grain and stunning colour, enhanced by centuries of careful use and patina. A lower open shelf adds practical storage or display space while balancing the overall design with a sense of lightness and proportion.

With its refined simplicity and exceptional quality, this sought-after piece remains in great condition for its age and would make a striking addition to any traditional, country, or period-inspired interior. A fine example of 18th century furniture that blends beauty, history, and functionality.

Product Reference : AF - 3942

Measurements : 153.5cm Width x 40cm Depth x 84cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Oak Dresser Base to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
153.3cm (60.35")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1141325
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-3942
Description
This antique 18th century oak dresser base is a superb example of period craftsmanship, showcasing timeless elegance and exceptional build quality. Crafted from solid oak, the piece stands confidently on sturdy square feet and features two generously sized drawers to the front, each fitted with decorative brass handles that beautifully complement the rich tones of the wood.
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The dresser base boasts a magnificent grain and stunning colour, enhanced by centuries of careful use and patina.
ActFurniture LTD

A lower open shelf adds practical storage or display space while balancing the overall design with a sense of lightness and proportion.

fig 1. An 18th-century oak dresser base featuring two drawers above a shaped apron, supported by straight legs and an open undershelf.
fig 1. Antique 18th Century Good Quality Dresser Base in Oak

With its refined simplicity and exceptional quality, this sought-after piece remains in great condition for its age and would make a striking addition to any traditional, country, or period-inspired interior. A fine example of 18th century furniture that blends beauty, history, and functionality.

fig 2. An 18th-century oak dresser base featuring two drawers above a shaped apron, supported by straight legs and an open undershelf.
fig 2. Antique 18th Century Good Quality Dresser Base in Oak

Product Reference : AF - 3942

Measurements : 153.5cm Width x 40cm Depth x 84cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

fig 3. An 18th-century oak dresser base featuring two drawers above a shaped apron, supported by straight legs and an open undershelf.
fig 3. Antique 18th Century Good Quality Dresser Base in Oak

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 4. An 18th-century oak dresser base featuring two drawers above a shaped apron, supported by straight legs and an open undershelf.
fig 4. Antique 18th Century Good Quality Dresser Base in Oak

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 5. An 18th-century oak dresser base featuring two drawers above a shaped apron, supported by straight legs and an open undershelf.
fig 5. Antique 18th Century Good Quality Dresser Base in Oak

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

fig 6. An 18th-century oak dresser base featuring two drawers above a shaped apron, supported by straight legs and an open undershelf.
fig 6. Antique 18th Century Good Quality Dresser Base in Oak

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Oak Dresser Base to the Georgian era.

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
153.3cm (60.35")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1141325
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-3942
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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An 18th-century oak dresser base featuring two drawers above a shaped apron, supported by straight legs and an open undershelf.
Antique 18th Century Good Quality Dresser Base In Oak
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  • ObjectSideboards
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian Country
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsScalloped apron, Brass drop handles, Undertier shelf, Raised drawer panels
  • SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 153.3 cm (60 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

Dresser bases originated in British country houses during the 17th and 18th centuries, initially used in kitchens and dining rooms to serve food and store tableware before plate racks were added to form complete dressers.

Authentic period pieces are traditionally constructed from solid English oak, frequently featuring hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers, pegged mortise and tenon framing, and hand-forged or cast brass hardware.

Authentication relies on examining timber shrinkage, hand-planed board surfaces, original iron or brass fixings, and consistent patination showing natural wear and oxidisation over centuries.

Pairing historical wooden furniture with minimalist decor, contemporary art, and neutral walls creates a balanced interior scheme that highlights the rich texture and warm tones of the aged timber.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, and periodically feeding the wood with traditional beeswax rather than modern chemical polishes.
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