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    Default Restoring Asian Dresser ! Help ! :o)

    Hi Everyone !
    I have been asked by a customer to restore this old dresser when I visit in South east Asia. I am just learning the trade and was unsure about a couple of things.
    Firstly, does anyone recognise this style or think it is a genuine antique? I cant seem to find anything similar here in the UK so it could be a colonial piece or perhaps worth nothing at all! It was bought from a second hand dealer and didn't come with any info.
    I would guess a previous owner painted it this colour but cant be sure?
    I am hoping to reverse the sagging by installing a sturdy hardwood back-plate between the two cupboards and clamp them in tight while gluing..
    This will hopefully help the drawers function again also. I only have photos to go on at the moment!
    Looks like the paint would scrape off relatively easily or perhaps even with nitromors.
    Sorry the pics are a bit small due to upload limits.
    Any help, ideas or advice would be greatly appreciated!!
    Many thanks, John
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