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Superb George III Figured Oak Open Pot Board Dresser
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Superb George III Figured Oak Open Pot Board Dresser

18th century
Sold 28 January 2026 · Sturmans Antiques
This “Superb George III Figured Oak Open Pot Board Dresser” found a buyer.

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A superb quality George III period figured oak country house dresser with open pot board in wonderful original condition c.1770. Planked top sat over a five drawer base, two large drawers sat either side with Three smaller drawers to the centre in a two over three formation. All drawers with fine quarter sawn timber and shallow crossbanding to the cockbeeded edges. Two small arches below the central drawers with veneer walnut panels directly above the arches. Elegant turned column supports below the apron with original planked pot board to the base. The base edge with moulded plinth forming the foot. Original delicately turned knobs to the drawers and presented in superb original condition with a mellow original golden colour and rich patina. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 71" long x 16.5" deep x 33" high.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
180.5cm (71.06")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Dresser Base to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191846
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 42793
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A superb quality George III period figured oak country house dresser with open pot board in wonderful original condition c.1770.
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Planked top sat over a five drawer base, two large drawers sat either side with Three smaller drawers to the centre in a two over three formation.
Sturmans Antiques

All drawers with fine quarter sawn timber and shallow crossbanding to the cockbeeded edges. Two small arches below the central drawers with veneer walnut panels directly above the arches. Elegant turned column supports below the apron with original planked pot board to the base. The base edge with moulded plinth forming the foot. Original delicately turned knobs to the drawers and presented in superb original condition with a mellow original golden colour and rich patina. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 71" long x 16.5" deep x 33" high.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
180.5cm (71.06")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Dresser Base to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1191846
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 42793
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

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A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Superb George III Figured Oak Open Pot Board Dresser

Archive II A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs. View II
Archive III A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs. View III
Archive IV A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs. View IV
Archive V A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs. View V
Archive VI A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs. View VI
Archive VII A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs. View VII
Archive VIII A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs. View VIII
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A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs.
Superb George III Figured Oak Open Pot Board Dresser
Ref: SA1191846
A low George III figured oak dresser base featuring multiple drawers, shaped friezes, and an open pot board shelf supported by turned legs.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSideboards & Dressers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsOpen pot board shelf, Shaped frieze arches, Turned front legs, Solid timber drawer fronts
  • SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 180.5 cm (71 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

The George III period spans from 1760 to 1820, characterised by a transition from heavier walnut and early oak designs to refined proportions, classical motifs, and skilled use of figured timbers like oak and mahogany.

Traditional dressers were constructed using solid native timbers, hand-cut dovetail joints for drawers, pegged tenon joints for frames, and turned wooden knobs or brass hardware.

Authentication involves examining timber oxidisation, tool marks, hand-planed surfaces, irregular dovetails, and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and hand-tool fabrication rather than modern machinery.

An antique oak dresser serves as a grounding focal point in contemporary dining rooms, hallways, or living spaces, contrasting effectively against neutral plastered walls and modern minimalist decor.

Preservation requires maintaining stable room temperatures away from direct sunlight and heat sources, avoiding silicone-based polishes, and periodically feeding the dry timber with traditional beeswax.
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