Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
The dresser features a protruding cornice above a closed rack with wide vertical pine boards. The three graduating shelves, each with plate beads (to stop plates sliding forward) can support all manner of plate sizes on four levels. Below, the base has been made using a pegged construction method. The base features a two-plank top and three cockbeaded drawers. The drawers feature pine drawer linings constructed with hand dovetail joints. The drawers feature later brass swan neck handles and escutcheons. The central drawer retains its original lock, with a working key. The two flanking drawers feature sham keyholes and locks. To the front of the dresser can be seen lovely medullary rays in the oak grain. Further below, is an elegant cockbeaded frieze above a wavy shaped apron. The base stands on four-baluster ring turned legs, which connects to a three-plank open potboard lower area below. The potboard base also features a plate bead.
As the dresser features its original polish, it boasts a superb rich golden oak colour, which has been created from over 200 years of care and cleaning it has received.
It is a sought after design, which makes it an excellent practical furnishing piece and it is a stunning example of a dresser from this provenance.
Condition Report:
This dresser is in excellent condition. The base and rack are original to each other. There are no cup marks, burns or watermarks to the top of the dresser. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the frame but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The drawer feature old replacement brass handles. The central drawer retains its original working lock, which has a key. The flanking drawers feature sham keyholes and sham locks. The carcass is solid with no breaks; splits or lose movements. As the dresser boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic mellow colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
External height = 206cm or 81” or 6ft 9”
External width (cornice) = 162.8cm or 64” or 5ft 4”
External width (base) = 161.3cm or 63½” or 5ft 3½”
External depth (base) = 43.6cm or 17” or 1ft 5”
Base height = 76cm or 29” or 2ft 5”
Bottom shelf height = 25.5cm or 10”
Middle shelf height = 28cm or 11”
Top shelf height = 44cm or 17¼”
Pot board height = 45.5cm or 17”
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £85. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 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 (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition.
UK Buyer Payment:
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International Buyers:
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About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years.
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Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Yolanda Gray Antiques Profile Page
Yolanda Gray Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA CINOA
George III Welsh Oak Potboard Dresser (Circa 1780)
