Large Antique Welsh Dresser, British, Oak, William Iii, C.1700

Name: Large Antique Welsh Dresser, British, Oak, William Iii, C.1700
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA763719
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by London Fine Antiques

Description

This is a large antique Welsh dresser. A British, dark stained oak sideboard cabinet, dating to the William III period of the 17th century and later, circa 1700.

Of impressive proportions and striking decoration

Displays a desirable aged patina

Dark stained oak radiating highlights from the profusely carved stocks

Charming 17th century craftsmanship from the William III period

Crown moulding with decorative sash carving sits above the whole

Tall back-rest featuring frieze panels, united by a set of 7 pot hooks at mid height

Shaped upstands with a trio of patera over a foliate ground

Generous sideboard with a width and depth of 138cm and 39cm respectively (54.25" & 15.25")

Dresser base continuing the heavily carved appearance

Arranged as a wide, drop-leaf front over a pair of cabinet doors with central, lidded shelf

Small brass lock escutcheon to the drop-down front — key absent

Bold diamond and starburst motif complemented by linen-fold carvings - repeated at the sides

This is a fascinating, highly decorative antique Welsh dresser, with profuse carving that catches the eye across the whole. Of modern room height, this imposing piece has the proportion to grace even the grandest halls and dining rooms. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 146.5cm (57.75'')

Max Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Max Height: 211cm (83'')

Sideboard Width: 138cm (54.25'')

Sideboard Depth: 39cm (15.25'')

Sideboard Height: 109cm (43'')

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Our Ref: 18.6835

Physical Dimensions

Height

211cm (83.07")

Width

146.5cm (57.68")

Depth

41cm (16.14")

Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA763719

Dealers Internal Reference

18.6835

Dealers Notes

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Description

This is a large antique Welsh dresser.

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A British, dark stained oak sideboard cabinet, dating to the William III period of the 17th century and later, circa 1700.

London Fine Antiques

Of impressive proportions and striking decoration

fig 1. Large Antique Welsh Dresser, British, Oak, William III, c.1700 — fig 1. Large Antique Welsh Dresser, British, Oak, William Iii, C.1700

Displays a desirable aged patina

Dark stained oak radiating highlights from the profusely carved stocks

Charming 17th century craftsmanship from the William III period

Crown moulding with decorative sash carving sits above the whole

fig 2. Large Antique Welsh Dresser, British, Oak, William III, c.1700 — fig 2. Large Antique Welsh Dresser, British, Oak, William Iii, C.1700

Tall back-rest featuring frieze panels, united by a set of 7 pot hooks at mid height

Shaped upstands with a trio of patera over a foliate ground

Generous sideboard with a width and depth of 138cm and 39cm respectively (54.25" & 15.25")

fig 3. Large Antique Welsh Dresser, British, Oak, William III, c.1700 — fig 3. Large Antique Welsh Dresser, British, Oak, William Iii, C.1700

Dresser base continuing the heavily carved appearance

Arranged as a wide, drop-leaf front over a pair of cabinet doors with central, lidded shelf

Small brass lock escutcheon to the drop-down front — key absent

fig 4. Large Antique Welsh Dresser, British, Oak, William III, c.1700 — fig 4. Large Antique Welsh Dresser, British, Oak, William Iii, C.1700

Bold diamond and starburst motif complemented by linen-fold carvings - repeated at the sides

This is a fascinating, highly decorative antique Welsh dresser, with profuse carving that catches the eye across the whole. Of modern room height, this imposing piece has the proportion to grace even the grandest halls and dining rooms. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.