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Early Oak Four Door Cupboard Storage
For sale by James Ribbons Antiques
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Early Oak Four Door Cupboard Storage

17th century
Description

We have called this an 'early oak' cupboard because we believe this to be 17th century if not earlier.

It is extremely heavy..so ground floor is recommended.

As a piece of furniture that is over 400 years old ..yes! it has faults. For example. The handles were possibly replaced about 200 years ago and the doors dont have catches. These faults can be rectified if required however we prefer to list this as it is.

Carved initials on one side...

For delivery please ask for a quote.

Height 54 ins

Width 54 ins

Depth 21 ins

Physical Dimensions
Height
138cm (54.33")
Width
138cm (54.33")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Press Cupboard to the 17th Century.

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SA753538
Description
We have called this an 'early oak' cupboard because we believe this to be 17th century if not earlier.

It is extremely heavy..so ground floor is recommended.

As a piece of furniture that is over 400 years old ..yes! it has faults. For example. The handles were possibly replaced about 200 years ago and the doors dont have catches. These faults can be rectified if required however we prefer to list this as it is.

Carved initials on one side...

For delivery please ask for a quote.

Height 54 ins

Width 54 ins

Depth 21 ins

Height
138cm (54.33")
Width
138cm (54.33")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Press Cupboard to the 17th Century.

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SA753538
James Ribbons Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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An early dark oak two-tier press cupboard featuring double geometric panelled doors, two drawers with brass teardrop handles, and turned drop finials.
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Archive I An early dark oak two-tier press cupboard featuring double geometric panelled doors, two drawers with brass teardrop handles, and turned drop finials.

Early Oak Four Door Cupboard Storage

Archive II An early dark oak two-tier press cupboard featuring double geometric panelled doors, two drawers with brass teardrop handles, and turned drop finials. View II
Archive III An early dark oak two-tier press cupboard featuring double geometric panelled doors, two drawers with brass teardrop handles, and turned drop finials. View III
Archive IV An early dark oak two-tier press cupboard featuring double geometric panelled doors, two drawers with brass teardrop handles, and turned drop finials. View IV
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James Ribbons Antiques
Telephone 01458 274 106
Location
Chilli Cottage
3 Kirkham Street
Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7NW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jamesribbons
Verified Since Jan 2012
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An early dark oak two-tier press cupboard featuring double geometric panelled doors, two drawers with brass teardrop handles, and turned drop finials.
Early oak four door cupboard storage
Ref: SA753538
An early dark oak two-tier press cupboard featuring double geometric panelled doors, two drawers with brass teardrop handles, and turned drop finials.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCupboards
  • Period17th century
  • StyleJacobean
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFielded panels, Turned drop pendants, Brass teardrop handles, Mortise and tenon joinery
  • SizeH 138 cm (54 in) x W 138 cm (54 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

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An oak press cupboard, popular in 17th-century Britain, is a substantial timber storage unit featuring enclosed upper and lower cupboards, traditionally used for storing linens, clothing, and tableware.

Early oak cupboards were built using solid joinery techniques, including pegged mortise and tenon joints, hand-planed fielded door panels, turned wooden drop pendants, and solid oak drawer linings.

Authentic period pieces display signs of hand-tooled construction, such as uneven joint pegging, hand-hewn reverse surfaces, historical iron or brass hardware, and deep, natural patination built up from age and wax.

Position the piece against a neutral wall in a hallway or dining room, balancing its heavy proportions by displaying minimalist ceramics, glass vessels, or simple contemporary artwork on or above it.

Maintain historic oak by applying a thin layer of natural beeswax polish annually, keeping the piece away from direct sunlight or central heating radiators, and dusting with a soft dry cloth.
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