A Dresser is a traditional piece of furniture comprising a cupboard or drawer base supporting an upper section fitted with open shelves or plate racks. Originally used in kitchens and dining rooms, dressers became a defining feature of country houses and farmhouses throughout the Georgian and Victorian periods. Antique dressers remain highly sought after for their practicality, craftsmanship and timeless appeal. *Related Terms*\ Cupboard, Farmhouse Furniture, Plate Rack, Sideboard, Welsh Dresser.