Arts Crafts Oak Wardrobe 1900 - 1920

Name: Arts & Crafts Oak Wardrobe C.1900
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1232203
Price: 498 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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ObjectWardrobes
Period1900 - 1920
StyleArts & Crafts
MaterialOak, Glass, Metal
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsMirrored door, overhanging cornice, carved rosettes, shaped apron
SizeH 195 cm (77 in) x W 92 cm (36 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

This Arts and Crafts wardrobe dates to c.1900 and is constructed from solid oak with a warm brown timber finish. The single-door piece has a narrow, architectural profile, featuring a central full-length mirrored door, an overhanging cornice supported by small shaped brackets, and three small carved circular rosettes beneath the top moulding. The lower rail includes a distinct shaped apron and cutout detail above tall upright feet, while the dark metal latch handle sits on the left side of the door frame. The wardrobe measures 195 cm high, 92 cm wide, and 49 cm deep. Such a piece suits a bedroom or dressing room as a compact freestanding clothes storage unit. The timber grain and simple ornamentation fit easily into country house or traditional period interiors, providing full-length reflection alongside functional wardrobe space.

FAQs

The Arts and Crafts movement emphasized traditional craftsmanship, simple forms, and visible wood grain over mass-produced ornamentation. Furniture from this period commonly features solid timber construction, honest joinery techniques, and subtle hand-carved decorative accents.

Solid native woods, predominantly oak, were favoured for their durability and pronounced grain patterns. Hardware was frequently constructed from hammered copper, iron, or brass, and central door panels often incorporated bevelled mirror glass.

Authentic pieces feature traditional joinery such as mortise-and-tenon joints, period-correct metal fittings, original glass plates, and genuine timber patina showing light wear consistent with age.

An oak wardrobe acts as a grounding focal point in contemporary spaces, providing rich warm tones that contrast cleanly with neutral walls and modern minimalist decor.

Apply high-quality beeswax paste periodically along the grain to nourish the timber and preserve its lustre. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources or high humidity, and clean mirror inserts with a soft microfibre cloth.

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Arts & Crafts Oak Wardrobe C.1900

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