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This is an example of a superb quality antique oak George III Conwy Valley pot board dresser base, circa 1780.
Summary
• Circa 1780
• Period George III
• Provenance Conwy Valley, North Wales, UK
• Item Pot-board dresser base
• Wood Oak
• Arcaded frieze
• Brass swan neck handles
• Blind fret work escutcheons
• Hand dovetailed
• Cock-beaded drawers
• Inset side panels
• Original lock
• Turned legs to front
• Two plank pot-board
• Solid in joint
• Superb Quality
• Rich colour
This is an example of a superb quality antique oak George III Welsh pot board dresser base, circa 1780 originating from the Conwy Valley area in North Wales. The dresser base consists of three large drawers with the blind fretwork brass escutcheons and brass swan neck handles. All drawers are cock-beaded and the side’s features inset panels. The outer drawers have sham escutcheons. The central small drawer is a sham drawer whereas the two small corner drawers are usable. Below the drawers there is an arcaded frieze. The drawers are hand dovetailed and with pine linings. The outer drawers feature faux locks whereas the central drawer locks and has a working key. There is a plate beaded support on the top of the dresser. The dresser sits on turned front legs and straight legs to the back there are inset panels to the sides. Below sits a two plank pot-board below. The dresser boasts a rich colour.
This item would look superb in a variety of rooms from the living room, dining room, home office or kitchen and could be use as a bench or coffee table. This item would certainly grace any home and a great investment as they are an extremely functional. So don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.
Condition Report:
The item is in excellent condition commensurate with its age. Old replacement handles. There is an old working key to the central draw. Nominal old use marks and to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. Some minor restoration to central leg a long time ago. Free of wood worm, solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height 85cm or 2’ 9½”
Width 154.5cm or 5’ 1”
Depth 38cm or 1’ 3”
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