A George III Welsh oak potboard dresser, circa 1770, from Mid Wales, with a triple arched apron, distinctive silhouette legs and a beautiful original patina.
Depth:
44 cm
Width:
185 cm
Height:
83 cm
A George III Welsh oak potboard dresser, dating from around 1770 and originating from Mid Wales. Raised on distinctive hand-shaped front supports, carefully cut and carved from solid oak rather than turned, creating an elegant triple arched apron beneath the three frieze drawers.
The characteristic silhouette legs are one of the defining features of this type of Welsh dresser. Cut from solid oak, their shaped profile echoes the outline of a classical baluster, broadening towards the top, tapering above the potboard and terminating in block feet. The rear legs remain plain and square, as is typical of Welsh furniture. Retaining a generous potboard base and displaying a beautiful deep original patina,