This is a great example of a superb quality and rare Mid Wales George III oak pot board dresser base and rack displaying a fantastic rich colour, circa 1780.
Summary
• Circa 1780
• Period George III
• Origination Mid Wales, UK
• Wood Oak
• Original pot board base & rack
• Three plate rack
• Moulded protruding cornice
• Doomed central cock beaded frieze
• Two plank top
• Fretwork brass escutcheons
• Brass handles
• 20 brass hooks
• Five working drawers
• Pine drawer linings
• Ring turned legs
• Peg construction
• Four plate beads
• Superb colour
• Very rare
• Free 14 day returns policy
This is a great example of a superb quality and rare Mid Wales George III oak pot board dresser base and rack displaying a fantastic rich colour, circa 1780, originating from Mid Wales. The style and colour of this oak dresser was indicative to this area due to its more moderate terrain, rich in mineral content. The dresser features a closed rack with wide vertical boards and three shelves each with plate beads (to stop plates sliding forward). Surrounding the rack are 20 brass cup hooks. The top of the rack is styled with an elegant protruding cornice. Below, the base, constructed with a pegged construction method, features a two-plank top and five working pine lined hand dovetailed drawers. Each drawer features elegant brass fretwork handles. The centre of the base features a lovely doomed cock beaded frieze. The base stands on four ring turned legs to the front, which connects to a two-plank reeded pot board base. The pot board base also features a plate bead. This dresser boasts a superb rich golden oak colour, which has been created from 200 years of care and cleaning. It is a sought after size, which makes it an excellent practical furnishing, piece and it is a stunning example of a dresser from this provenance.
This dresser is an excellent investment and would look superb in a variety of rooms from the kitchen, hall way or the living room. This dresser base would certainly grace any home. So don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.
Condition Report:
This dresser is in excellent condition. The base and rack are original. Nominal old use marks to the top of the dresser and leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of this item. The fretwork drawer handles are old replacements. The brass cup hooks to the rack are original. The dresser boasts a stunning original colour. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
External height = 193cm or 6ft 4”
External width (cornice) = 159cm or 5ft 2½”
External width (base) = 150cm or 4ft 11”
External depth (base) = 40.5cm or 1ft 4”
Bottom shelf height = 49cm or 1ft 7¼”
Middle shelf height = 25cm or 9¾”
Top shelf height = 22cm or 8¾”
Pot board height outsides = 42cm or 1ft 4½”
Pot board height centre = 56cm or 1ft 10”
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