This most unusual cupboard was probably commissioned for a specific purpose by its Cardiganshire owner at the end of the 18th century.
The fall fronted panel and series of small drawers with evidence of ink stains suggests use as a piece of writing furniture, the candle burn on the right hand door perhaps from a carelessly positioned candlestick on the open fall front.
The pale dry surface adds to the appeal of this unusual and fine quality press cupboard, made from native oak, with pine as a secondary timber. The boldly fluted frieze, fluted quadrant pilasters and rich array of fielded and flush panels give it a strongly architectural feel.
The low waisted base has a row of false drawers and two deep lower drawers and sits on rare, stop-fluted bracket feet. The piece retains most of its original brassware.
Cardiganshire, circa 1790.
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA858365
Dateline of this antique is 1800
Height is 181cm (71.3inches)
Width is 141cm (55.5inches)
Depth is 55cm (21.7inches)
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