Georgian Oak Kitchen Dresser 18th Century

Name: Georgian Shropshire Oak Dresser and Shelves.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1214293
Price: 1650 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDressers
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialOak, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsPlate rack shelves, Shaped apron, Brass swan-neck handles, Tapered square legs
SizeH 185 cm (73 in) x W 174 cm (69 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

This Georgian Shropshire oak dresser and shelves stands 185 cm high, 174 cm wide, and 40 cm deep. The dark brown timber exhibits a rich patina across the inverted breakfront rack, moulded cornice, shaped friezes, and flat-topped three-drawer base. The open plate rack contains three graduated shelves, flanked on each end by two open shelves, slice cupboards with centre shell inlay, and shallow candle drawers below. The base holds three drawers with original oval brass swan-neck handles, supported by a shaped apron matching the rack and standing on moulded square tapering legs. Positioned in an English Country House interior, this piece serves as a traditional kitchen or dining room storage unit. The open shelving displays decorative tableware, while the enclosed cupboards and drawers provide concealed storage for cutlery and linens. The straight square legs and clean linear framework suit both period and transitional spaces requiring authentic country furniture.

FAQs

Originating in the 18th century, Shropshire dressers typically feature a high open plate rack, side cupboards or alcoves, and a lower base fitted with drawers supported on square or tapered legs.

These dressers were predominantly constructed from solid native timber, featuring hand-dovetailed drawer joints, wooden peg joinery, and cast brass drop handles or backplates.

Authentic period dressers display evidence of hand-planed surfaces, irregular saw marks on the backboards, hand-forged nails or wooden pegs, and natural wear along drawer runners.

Position the dresser in a kitchen or dining space to display modern ceramics or glassware, using neutral wall backdrops to contrast with the deep tone of the timber.

Dust regularly with a dry cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish once or twice per year, keeping the wood away from direct heat sources and high humidity.

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Georgian Shropshire Oak Dresser and Shelves.