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Unusual Antique Edwardian Quality Burr Walnut Dresser Base
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Unusual Antique Edwardian Quality Burr Walnut Dresser Base

1900 - 1920
Description

Unusual antique Edwardian quality burr walnut dresser base having a quality burr walnut rectangular shaped top with a moulded edge above three burr walnut drawers with original brass handles, attractive shaped apron supported by eight elegant turned tapering columns standing on turned feet united by lovely turned stretchers.

A superior high quality example boasting a stunning colour and in wonderful original condition.

We can offer our own very competitive international shipping with delivery in most cases within 21 days. Please ask us for details.

Dimensions:

Height 84 cm (33.07 in)

Width 167 cm (65.75 in)

Depth 53 cm (20.87 in)

Dated 1900

Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
167cm (65.75")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Dresser Base to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1237705
Dealers Internal Reference
2829
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Description
Unusual antique Edwardian quality burr walnut dresser base having a quality burr walnut rectangular shaped top with a moulded edge above three burr walnut drawers with original brass handles, attractive shaped apron supported by eight elegant turned tapering columns standing on turned feet united by lovely turned stretchers.
fig 1. An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers.
fig 1. Unusual Antique Edwardian Quality Burr Walnut Dresser Base

A superior high quality example boasting a stunning colour and in wonderful original condition.

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We can offer our own very competitive international shipping with delivery in most cases within 21 days.
London City Antiques

Please ask us for details.

Dimensions:

Height 84 cm (33.07 in)

Width 167 cm (65.75 in)

Depth 53 cm (20.87 in)

Dated 1900

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
167cm (65.75")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Dresser Base to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237705
Dealers Internal Ref
2829
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers.

Unusual Antique Edwardian Quality Burr Walnut Dresser Base

Archive II An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers. View II
Archive III An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers. View V
Archive VI An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers. View VI
Archive VII An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers. View VII
Archive VIII An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers. View VIII
Archive IX An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers. View IX
Archive X An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers. View X
Archive XI An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers. View XI
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An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers.
Unusual Antique Edwardian Quality Burr Walnut Dresser Base
Ref: SA1237705
An Edwardian burr walnut dresser base featuring three drawers with brass handles, a scalloped apron, and six turned legs joined by stretchers.
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  • ObjectDressers & Sideboards
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Scalloped apron, Turned legs, Brass drop handles
  • SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 167 cm (66 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

This Edwardian dresser base is made from burr walnut with a warm brown colour, featuring a rectangular top with a moulded edge above three drawers fitted with brass drop handles. The piece incorporates an attractive scalloped apron and stands on six turned legs with turned feet, joined together by turned stretchers. The dresser measures 84 cm high, 167 cm wide, and 53 cm deep. In a modern interior, this sideboard functions effectively in a hallway, dining room, or living space as a decorative surface and a practical storage unit for household items. The traditional profile and warm timber tones suit both period homes and contemporary settings seeking classic English furniture.

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Originating as the lower section of a traditional Welsh or kitchen dresser, the dresser base evolved into a standalone piece of furniture during the Edwardian era. Designed primarily for dining rooms and hallways, these items served as storage for linens and servingware while providing a flat surface for food preparation or decorative display.

Furniture from this era frequently utilised solid walnut or pine carcasses overlaid with figured burr walnut veneers. Drawers were constructed using hand-cut dovetail joints, complemented by brass drop handles and turned legs linked by stretcher rails for stability.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints inside drawer linings, period-correct brass hardware with natural oxidisation, and slight variations in the grain pattern of the burr walnut veneer. The underside and back panels typically show unpolished secondary timber with age-appropriate wear.

A dresser base functions effectively as a hall console table, a living room credenza, or a dining room server. Pairing rich timber tones with contemporary artwork, neutral wall colours, and modern lighting creates a balanced contrast between traditional craftsmanship and modern design.

Maintain walnut surfaces by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the wood. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources, radiators, and prolonged sunlight to prevent the veneer from drying or fading.
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