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19th Century Welsh Talwrn Dresser
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19th Century Welsh Talwrn Dresser

19th century
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A good clean late 19th century welsh dresser in two parts; the upper section with ogee cornice above inlaid talwrn style mark, three graduated shelves with shaped rack and support shoes. The base with polished top above a t-shaped arrangement of mahogany fronted cockbeaded & dovetailed drawers, original turned inlaid mother of peaqrl mahogany handles, recessed arch cupboard doorseither side. Corners with turned pillars, solid timber sides and back, stood on shaped bracket feet. General usage wear as per photos, overall golden colour and patination. Bought privately from an estate in north wales.

Dimensions

215cm

165cm

48cm

Date of Manufacture

Abersoch Antiques has dated this Welsh Talwrn Oak Dresser to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
215cm (84.65")
Width
165cm (64.96")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA869020
Dealers Internal Reference
DRESSER STORE R
Dealers Notes

Delivery arranged to all parts worldwide.

Clocks can be delivered including set up upon request.

Goods bought & sold, part exchange considered.

Description
A good clean late 19th century welsh dresser in two parts; the upper section with ogee cornice above inlaid talwrn style mark, three graduated shelves with shaped rack and support shoes. The base with polished top above a t-shaped arrangement of mahogany fronted cockbeaded & dovetailed drawers, original turned inlaid mother of peaqrl mahogany handles, recessed arch cupboard doorseither side. Corners with turned pillars, solid timber sides and back, stood on shaped bracket feet. General usage wear as per photos, overall golden colour and patination. Bought privately from an estate in north wales.

Dimensions

215cm

165cm

48cm

Date of Manufacture

Abersoch Antiques has dated this Welsh Talwrn Oak Dresser to the 19th Century.

Height
215cm (84.65")
Width
165cm (64.96")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA869020
Dealers Internal Ref
DRESSER STORE R
Abersoch Antiques
Abersoch Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010

Welsh country furniture, treen ,longcase clocks, gold & silver

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Archive I A 19th-century Welsh Talwrn oak dresser featuring a three-shelf open plate rack above a base with multiple drawers, arched cupboard doors, and turned side columns.

19th Century Welsh Talwrn Dresser

Archive II A 19th-century Welsh Talwrn oak dresser featuring a three-shelf open plate rack above a base with multiple drawers, arched cupboard doors, and turned side columns. View II
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Archive XII A 19th-century Welsh Talwrn oak dresser featuring a three-shelf open plate rack above a base with multiple drawers, arched cupboard doors, and turned side columns. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century Welsh Talwrn oak dresser featuring a three-shelf open plate rack above a base with multiple drawers, arched cupboard doors, and turned side columns. View XIII
Archive XIV A 19th-century Welsh Talwrn oak dresser featuring a three-shelf open plate rack above a base with multiple drawers, arched cupboard doors, and turned side columns. View XIV
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Abersoch Antiques

Abersoch Antiques
Telephone 07769 710 491 or 01758 613173
Location
10 Penlan Street
Pwllheli
North Wales
LL53 5DH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jadams
Verified Since Dec 2010
Items For Sale 181
Items Sold 43
Abersoch Antiques
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A 19th-century Welsh Talwrn oak dresser featuring a three-shelf open plate rack above a base with multiple drawers, arched cupboard doors, and turned side columns.
19TH CENTURY WELSH TALWRN DRESSER
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A 19th-century Welsh Talwrn oak dresser featuring a three-shelf open plate rack above a base with multiple drawers, arched cupboard doors, and turned side columns.
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  • ObjectDressers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWelsh Vernacular
  • MaterialOak, Pine
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsArched panel doors, Turned quarter columns, Scalloped apron, Geometric inlay
  • SizeH 215 cm (85 in) x W 165 cm (65 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

This late 19th-century Welsh Talwrn dresser combines oak and pine timber with a warm brown golden colour and visible natural patination. The two-part construction comprises an upper section with an ogee cornice above three graduated open shelves featuring shaped support shoes and an inlaid Talwrn style mark. The base holds a polished top over a T-shaped arrangement of mahogany-fronted cockbeaded drawers fitted with original turned mahogany and mother-of-pearl inset handles, flanked by recessed arched panel cupboard doors. Turned quarter columns run down the front corners, while turned pillars, solid timber sides and back, and a scalloped apron resting on shaped bracket feet complete the frame. Overall dimensions measure 215 cm high, 165 cm wide, and 48 cm deep. Placed in a kitchen, dining room, or hallway, this rustic farmhouse piece provides ample open display space for crockery alongside enclosed storage in a traditional home interior setting.

FAQs

Originating from Anglesey in North Wales, a Talwrn dresser is a regional variant of the traditional Welsh dresser, notable for its distinctive geometric inlay work, central bank of drawers, and flanking cupboard doors.

These dressers were primarily constructed from solid native timbers such as oak, often incorporating pine or fruitwood as secondary woods for drawer linings and backboards, alongside decorative mahogany or holly inlay.

Authentic pieces feature traditional joinery techniques such as hand-cut dovetails, wooden peg construction, turned quarter columns, original drawer runners, and natural wear around handles and keyholes.

Position the dresser as a focal piece in a dining area or kitchen, using the open shelves to display neutral ceramics, contemporary glassware, or curated earthenware to contrast with the dark wood tones.

Maintain the surface by applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping the wood away from direct heat sources and extreme atmospheric moisture, and dusting regularly with a dry cloth.
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