Purpose of notched wheels dresser backside ?

Discussion in 'Furniture' started by FELCO, Oct 22, 2016.

  1. FELCO

    FELCO New Member

    Purchased this English antique dresser on kijiji. Cannot figure out the reason for these spinning, sort of loose in their sockets, notched brass wheels on either side in the back.

    Some attachment ? The dresser is intact and I don't think a mirror would have been the purpose. I also have not found a makers mark anywhere so would appreciate any input on my find.
    Many thanks!

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    FELCO, Oct 22, 2016
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  2. daveydempsey

    daveydempsey Moderator Moderator

    Its for the mirror to slot in and allow it to tilt.
     
    daveydempsey, Oct 22, 2016
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  3. daveydempsey

    daveydempsey Moderator Moderator

    Edit.
    You mean this bit.

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    daveydempsey, Oct 22, 2016
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  4. FELCO

    FELCO New Member

    Yep
     
    FELCO, Oct 22, 2016
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  5. johnnycb09

    johnnycb09 Well-Known Member

    Just a wild guess, but I wonder if it was to "clip" the dresser onto a wall or something, maybe on a boat or train ?
     
    johnnycb09, Oct 22, 2016
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