Georgian Oak Welsh Dresser

A late 18th century oak potboard dresser, c1780, with three turned forelegs, three drawers (the central drawer with working lock and key) and a potboard shelf. The upper section has shelves with plate grooves and the original iron hooks, with shaped sides and a moulded cornice. The dresser has a lovely rich colour and is a beautiful piece of furniture.

Condition: Overall this is in very good condition with a few minor repairs and signs of wear, in accordance with age and use, as follows: there is some damage to the edging running around the potboard shelf, including a couple of pieces that have been broken and reattached. There is wear to the feet. There is an area of loss to the potboard shelf at the rear on the left hand side, and there are some splits in the timber in the same area. There is an expansion crack in the side of the base on the left hand side. I don’t think the handles are original as there appear to be marks from previous handles just visible around the edges, but they have certainly been on the piece for some time. The top section doesn’t sit quite as far forward on the right hand side as it does on the left - there are metal brackets that hold it in place on the back and the right hand bracket has been shaped to accommodate this. The wood is a lovely rich colour and the drawers run smoothly. The top separates from the base for transportation.

Dimensions:

Width (maximum across cornice) - 171cm

Depth - 44cm

Height - 189cm (the base section is 81cm tall)

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This is an antique item and as such may have signs of wear in accordance with its age. Anything that we think is of note will have been mentioned above, but please study the photos carefully to satisfy yourself as to its condition as it is not possible to list every little mark or flaw. We are happy to provide high resolution photographs or videos if required, and answer any questions you may have - just get in touch! We accept returns for all items providing the item is returned in the same condition as when it was sent. The cost of any return postage or delivery is the responsibility of the buyer, unless the item has arrived damaged or has not been described accurately.