Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
• Period: George III
• Provenance: Staffordshire Moorlands, UK
• Item: Dresser base
• Wood: Oak
• Four plank top (sign of quality)
• Moulded freize
• Detachable pediment
• Cock beaded drawers
• Original oak drawers knobs
• Hand dovetailed drawer construction
• Pine lined drawers
• Original working lock
• Working key
• Original backboards
• Cock beaded drawers
• Pegged frame construction
• Tapered legs
• Spade feet
• Solid in joint
• Excellent Quality
• Fantastic patination / colour
• 14 day free UK Returns Policy
This dresser from originated from a remote area of the Staffordshire moorlands in the UK. The top of this dresser is constructed from four oak plank tops and is finished with moulded edging. The top has a detachable arched pediment, which is secured by several vertical dowels. The dresser base consists of three working cock-beaded drawers, which feature the original oak turned knobs. The moulded edge design is repeated on the frieze. The dresser features the original working locks and key to the central drawer. The two outer drawers features the original sham locks. The dresser frame is constructed using the traditional pegged construction method. The drawers have been constructed in the traditional hand dovetailed manner and are pine lined. The dresser features the original backboards. The whole of the dresser sits on very elegant tapered legs terminating in spade feet. This is a wonderful country dresser, which is completely original.
Condition Report:
The item is in excellent original condition and is commensurate with its age. The dresser has a fantastic colour and figuration to the timer. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The central drawer features the original work lock and a key. The two outer drawers feature the original sham locks (they were designed for show and were not designed to work). The drawers boast their original oak turned knobs. There are no splits to the top or sides of this dresser which rare to see. Free of active woodworm, solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Base Height = 77cm or 2ft 6¼”
Pediment Height = 12.5cm or 5”
Width = 173cm or 5ft 8”
Depth = 50cm or 1ft 7”
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £79. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
Free 14 Day UK Returns & Refunds:
A 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you. You will be given a refund excluding the delivery cost.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we will accept cash on collection or delivery; cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer) or PayPal.
International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item; please contact us before purchasing the item to obtain a shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers. We request payment by bank transfer.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 35 years.
Ref. Dresser 30
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
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Yolanda Gray Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA CINOA
George III Staffordshire Country Oak Dresser Base (Circa 1780)
