A wonderfully characterful vintage Easiwork oak kitchen cabinet, believed to date from the early to mid-20th century, combining beautiful traditional craftsmanship with an extraordinary collection of original practical features. Designed as an all-in-one kitchen workstation, this fabulous piece offers a fascinating glimpse into domestic life of the period, with an abundance of thoughtfully designed storage and clever space-saving details.
Constructed predominantly from oak, the cabinet has a lovely warm, mellow colour, with beautifully figured grain and simple, elegant lines. The upper section features glazed cupboards with decorative etched glass panels, open shelving and a central compartment fitted with an original metal flour dispenser and egg holder. The inside of the upper cupboard doors retains the original printed Easiwork kitchen guides, a particularly charming detail that adds so much to the history and character of the piece.
Below, a beautiful white enamel preparation surface with contrasting black edging pulls out to create a generous and practical workspace, neatly sliding away when not required. The cabinet also retains its wooden ironing board, another wonderfully ingenious feature of these early fitted kitchen designs.
The lower section provides an excellent arrangement of cupboards and drawers, including several unusual metal-lined storage compartments, believed to have been designed for keeping bread and other everyday kitchen provisions. One drawer features a particularly interesting fitted metal compartment, while a further cupboard retains its metal-lined base. These lovely practical details are a reminder of the care and consideration that went into the design of these early kitchen cabinets.
Also included are six Easiwork glass storage jars, complete with embossed metal screw-top lids, some retaining their charming original labels. Together with the flour dispenser, egg holder, ironing board and surviving printed kitchen guides, these wonderful accessories make the cabinet an especially appealing and characterful example.
– Excellent Restored Condition –
Carefully restored in our workshop and presented in excellent restored condition, the oak has been sympathetically refinished to bring out its beautiful warm colour and natural grain, while retaining the lovely character and patina developed over many years of use.
The cabinet retains a wealth of original fittings and features, with the metal-lined compartments showing age-related tarnishing, discolouration and wear, all consistent with their history and previous use. The enamel preparation surface presents particularly well, with some gentle signs of age remaining.
There are a few historic woodworm flight holes, which have been treated, together with minor polished-in marks, scuffs and other signs of age throughout. These are all part of the authentic vintage character of the piece and do not detract from its overall appearance.
Please take a close look through all photographs, as these form an important part of the description and show the condition, original features and beautiful details more closely.
A truly wonderful and increasingly unusual piece of British kitchen furniture, offering both practical storage and enormous decorative appeal. Perfect for a country kitchen, pantry or spacious dining room, where its warm oak finish, original fittings and fascinating history can really be appreciated. Equally lovely as a statement piece in a contemporary interior, bringing warmth, texture and a wonderful sense of nostalgia.
Dimensions:
Overall Width: 157cm
Width Including Towel Rails: 172cm
Overall Height: 196cm
Overall Depth (Top): 62cm
Depth at Sides: 54cm
A beautifully restored and wonderfully nostalgic piece of British kitchen history, full of original character, clever design and charming details, ready to be enjoyed by a new generation.
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Our restoration process
Preparation
We carefully assess every piece, identifying any damage, repairs or replacement parts it may need. Drawers may need new runners, handles can be missing or damaged, and joints may require repair or reinforcement. We look beyond the surface to uncover hidden defects, ensuring each piece is restored to work as it was originally intended.
Restoration
With over 20 years of experience, we know that the right restoration techniques can make all the difference. It’s a delicate process that takes patience, skill and attention to detail — one we’ve taken the time to perfect. Each piece is carefully and sensitively restored, preserving its original character and charm while giving it a new lease of life.
Finishing
Finally, we add the finishing touches — whether that’s painting, oiling or sealing, fitting new handles, hinges or catches, or simply giving the piece a final clean and polish. We make sure every piece is ready for modern living, giving it a new lease of life and a renewed sense of purpose, ready to be loved for generations to come.
Before and after
Each piece is carefully and sympathetically restored to preserve the character, charm and beautiful details that make it unique. The result is a truly individual piece of furniture, thoughtfully restored for
modern living and ready to bring warmth, personality and timeless style to your home for years to come.
