Antique English Edwardian Oak Buffet, 1890s

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A beautifully crafted early 20th-century English Edwardian fitted cupboard, exceptionally well made in oak and combining practical organised storage with … Read more A beautifully crafted early 20th-century English Edwardian fitted cupboard, exceptionally well made in oak and combining practical organised storage with elegant period proportions. The cupboard is surmounted by an attractive raised gallery, providing a refined finishing detail while framing the useful worktop surface below. A pair of cupboard doors opens to reveal a beautifully fitted interior, thoughtfully arranged to provide practical and organised storage. This fitted configuration makes the piece particularly useful while preserving its handsome and understated exterior appearance. The cupboard stands on sturdy square legs, giving the piece a well-balanced profile and providing a strong foundation for the substantial oak construction. Throughout, the oak displays breathtaking natural figuring, rich warm colouring and striking grain. The quality and depth of the timber are particularly attractive and give the cupboard considerable warmth and visual character. At 81 cm wide and only 37 cm deep, the cupboard offers useful storage while retaining relatively compact proportions. Its 76 cm worktop height also provides a practical surface for displaying decorative objects, lamps, books or other accessories. Its restrained Edwardian styling and versatile proportions make the cupboard suitable for numerous settings, including a dining room, study, hallway, living room or bedroom. Presented in good antique condition, with appropriate signs of age and historic use consistent with its early 20th-century origin. A highly desirable Edwardian fitted cupboard combining beautifully figured oak, a practical fitted interior, raised gallery and sturdy square supports within an elegant and highly functional design. Dimensions: Height: 80 cm Width: 81 cm Depth: 37 cm Worktop Height: 76 cm Weight: Approximately 30 kg (66 lb). See less