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George III Oak Wall Rack in Excellent Original Condition
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George III Oak Wall Rack in Excellent Original Condition

19th century
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Circa 1820. George III oak wall rack in excellent original condition. The open back surmounted by a ribbed cornice, with four narrow shelves at each side, with unusual, convex extensions to the front. The three plate racks more centrally with battens to keep plates in place, all separated and flanked by fluted uprights. In excellent condition with a lovely colour and patina.

Physical Dimensions
Height
117cm (46.06")
Width
180cm (70.87")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this George III Oak Wall Rack to the 19th Century.

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SA1211564
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35270
Description
Circa 1820. George III oak wall rack in excellent original condition.
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The open back surmounted by a ribbed cornice, with four narrow shelves at each side, with unusual, convex extensions to the front.
Georgian Antiques

The three plate racks more centrally with battens to keep plates in place, all separated and flanked by fluted uprights. In excellent condition with a lovely colour and patina.

Height
117cm (46.06")
Width
180cm (70.87")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this George III Oak Wall Rack to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1211564
Dealers Internal Ref
35270
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An 18th-century George III dark oak wall rack featuring a moulded cornice, three open central shelves, and vertical side compartments.
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An 18th-century George III dark oak wall rack featuring a moulded cornice, three open central shelves, and vertical side compartments.
George III oak wall rack in excellent original condition
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An 18th-century George III dark oak wall rack featuring a moulded cornice, three open central shelves, and vertical side compartments.
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  • ObjectWall Shelves
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsMoulded cornice, Open shelving, Side compartments, Shaped aprons
  • SizeH 117 cm (46 in) x W 180 cm (71 in) x D 21 cm (8 in)

This George III oak wall rack dates from the nineteenth century in the Georgian style, rendered in dark brown timber with a warm patina. The structure presents a moulded cornice above three open central shelves fitted with battens, flanked by vertical side compartments that include four narrow tiers per side with convex frontal extensions, all divided by uprights and finished with shaped aprons at the base. Visible details include horizontal graining across the boards, subtle vertical joints, and minor age-related tonal variations across the wood surfaces. Measuring 117 cm high, 180 cm wide, and 21 cm deep, the unit provides extensive display space. In a contemporary home, this piece hangs securely above a sideboard in a dining room, kitchen, or living area to hold decorative ceramics, glassware, or books. The open shelving design maintains a light visual footprint while offering practical storage along walls where floor space is limited. The rustic farmhouse aesthetic suits traditional and transitional interiors alike, bringing a sense of historical craftsmanship to domestic settings.

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George III wall racks typically date from 1760 to 1820 and are characterized by robust oak joinery, moulded cornices, and practical shelf layouts designed for displaying ceramics, pewter, or cutlery.

These racks were constructed using native English oak, featuring hand-planed boards, pegged mortise-and-tenon joints, and hand-cut nails or wooden pegs holding the structural elements together.

Authentic period examples exhibit signs of manual woodworking, such as saw marks on the reverse, natural wood shrinkage around joint lines, and a deep, oxidized patina from decades of handling and wax polish.

Mount the rack above a sideboard, kitchen counter, or console table to showcase studio ceramics, glassware, or art books, creating a focal point that blends historic craftsmanship with contemporary decor.

Dust the wood regularly with a soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, ensuring the piece is kept away from direct heat sources and excessive moisture.
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