Free delivery to mainland England and Wales, see below for details.
This will be delivered to your door free of charge, if you live in these parts of mainland UK only. Please allow 1-2 week for delivery. See details below.
This is a massive wonderfully characterful vintage oak wall mounted plate rack with side cupboards, a large and beautifully made piece. It is constructed almost entirely from solid oak, giving it a warm, rich presence and the depth of grain that only older timber provides. It would have been constructed around 1850-80, with shaped friezes, panelled cupboard doors and long plate shelves that create a striking and very practical dresser top display.
The rack offers three long plate shelves with grooves to hold plates securely, along with two charming side cupboards that provide extra enclosed storage. The cupboard doors feature shaped, almost Gothic-inspired panels with original brass fittings, and the interiors retain their darker early stain, adding a lovely
... contrast to the outer tone. The shelves themselves show light age-wear and the expected patina of decades of use, including small marks, minor scratches and gentle fading, all of which contribute to its authentic vintage look. The back of the rack shows evidence of its original wall-hanging method, and the top surface carries the scuffs and dust that naturally gather over time, easily cleaned before installation.
There are four noticeable faults on the piece which are important to mention for accuracy. Along the front edge of the top shelf, a small section of wood is missing on the underside. On the left hand cupboard door, the decorative inlay at the top right is missing, while on the opposite door the same inlay has lifted slightly and bowed outward. On that same right hand door, a small quarter-angle section of inlay is also missing at the lower right corner. Both doors do have working keys; however, the keys and locks are later replacements, most likely dating from the 1980s.
This dresser top is structurally strong with no looseness, and all joints and shelves remain firm. The cupboards close properly and the hinges, while aged, are entirely functional. It is a substantial piece, long and impressive, designed to be mounted securely on a wall and used for plates, jugs, glassware, kitchenware, or collections that deserve a proper place to shine. It would also work beautifully in a dining room, hallway, pantry, or even a garden room where a rustic country look is desired.
Height 131 cm
Width 190 cm
Depth 21 cm, of shelves 13 cm.
Gap between shelves, to the sides, above the cupboards 56 cm
From the bottom upwards 31,26,29 and 27 cm
DELIVERY.
This product will be delivered by hand by a proper furniture courier.
Delivery is free to mainland England and Wales only.
There will be a cost anywhere else so please, contact us for a quote.
This will cost us between £60-80 to deliver, so if you wish collect from Lewes in East Sussex we will refund the saved courier charges.
The couriers will arrange a day and time window with you.
Delivery is to the front door. Should the item be large, the courier will need a hand your end or contact us and we will arrange a more expensive two man delivery.
It will take about 2 weeks.
Please forward your telephone number after placing the order for us to pass onto the courier so they arrange a convenient date and time window for you.
Internal Reference: dresser
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1190079
Dateline of this antique is 1870
Height is 131cm (51.6inches)Width is 190cm (74.8inches)Depth is 21cm (8.3inches)
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