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Fine Early Georgian Welsh Oak Low Dresser
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Fine Early Georgian Welsh Oak Low Dresser

18th century
Sold 31 May 2025 · Havard and Havard
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Description

A fine example of a mid 18th century oak low dresser of excellent colour and patina and appealing form. The native oak used throughout is dense and highly figured. The twin plank top has a broad undermould above three drawers to the boldly, ogee-arched frieze. All six legs are confidently turned combining baluster, ball and ringed collars. The twin plank potboard is joined by a plain, bold, base moulding.

Apart from retipping to the rear toes, the dresser is in entirely original condition including the brassware.

Welsh, probably Eastern Glamorganshire, circa 1750.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
135cm (53.15")
Depth
48.5cm (19.09")
Declaration

Havard and Havard has dated this Early Georgian Oak Dresser to the Georgian era.

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SA1143501
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A fine example of a mid 18th century oak low dresser of excellent colour and patina and appealing form. The native oak used throughout is dense and highly figured. The twin plank top has a broad undermould above three drawers to the boldly, ogee-arched frieze. All six legs are confidently turned combining baluster, ball and ringed collars. The twin plank potboard is joined by a plain, bold, base moulding.
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Apart from retipping to the rear toes, the dresser is in entirely original condition including the brassware.
Havard and Havard

Welsh, probably Eastern Glamorganshire, circa 1750.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
135cm (53.15")
Depth
48.5cm (19.09")
Date of Manufacture

Havard and Havard has dated this Early Georgian Oak Dresser to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1143501
Havard and Havard
Havard and Havard
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2021

Specialists in welsh country furniture

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Archive I A front-facing view of a dark brown oak low dresser featuring three drawers with brass hardware, a shaped frieze, and a pot board base supported by turned legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Fine Early Georgian Welsh Oak Low Dresser

Archive II A front-facing view of a dark brown oak low dresser featuring three drawers with brass hardware, a shaped frieze, and a pot board base supported by turned legs. View II
Archive III A front-facing view of a dark brown oak low dresser featuring three drawers with brass hardware, a shaped frieze, and a pot board base supported by turned legs. View III
Archive IV A front-facing view of a dark brown oak low dresser featuring three drawers with brass hardware, a shaped frieze, and a pot board base supported by turned legs. View IV
Archive V A front-facing view of a dark brown oak low dresser featuring three drawers with brass hardware, a shaped frieze, and a pot board base supported by turned legs. View V
Archive VI A front-facing view of a dark brown oak low dresser featuring three drawers with brass hardware, a shaped frieze, and a pot board base supported by turned legs. View VI
Archive VII A front-facing view of a dark brown oak low dresser featuring three drawers with brass hardware, a shaped frieze, and a pot board base supported by turned legs. View VII
Archive VIII A front-facing view of a dark brown oak low dresser featuring three drawers with brass hardware, a shaped frieze, and a pot board base supported by turned legs. View VIII
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Telephone 07711 006399
Location
Penarth
Vale of Glamorgan
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Verified Since Dec 2021
Items For Sale 34
Items Sold 149
Havard and Havard
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A front-facing view of a dark brown oak low dresser featuring three drawers with brass hardware, a shaped frieze, and a pot board base supported by turned legs.
Fine Early Georgian Welsh Oak Low Dresser
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A front-facing view of a dark brown oak low dresser featuring three drawers with brass hardware, a shaped frieze, and a pot board base supported by turned legs.
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  • ObjectSideboards & Buffets
  • Period18th century
  • StyleEarly Georgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Shaped apron, Brass drop handles, Pot board base
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 135 cm (53 in) x D 48.5 cm (19 in)

Preserve antique oak by maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources, avoiding silicone-based polishes, and periodically feeding the dry wood with traditional beeswax to maintain its protective patina.

An antique oak dresser can be incorporated into modern spaces by pairing it with minimalist decor, utilizing the surface to display ceramics or modern art to create a balanced contrast between old and new.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate construction methods such as hand-cut dovetails on the drawers, pegged mortise and tenon joints, vernacular turned legs, hand-forged or cast brass hardware with patination, and natural timber shrinkage over centuries.

These pieces were predominantly constructed from native English and Welsh timbers, primarily solid oak for the primary framework and drawer fronts, often paired with secondary woods like deal or pine for internal drawer linings.

An Early Georgian low dresser is a foundational piece of dining room or kitchen furniture originating in the 18th century, typically featuring multiple drawers above an open pot board or stretcher base, built for domestic storage and food preparation.
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