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19th Century Miniature Anglo Indian Linen Press
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19th Century Miniature Anglo Indian Linen Press

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? A C19th miniature ‘apprentice piece’ Anglo Indian hardwood linen press, with ebony mouldings. The doors opening to reveal sliding trays, above a base with drawers and gilt brass handles, raised on carved paw feet. A rare unusual item of charming proportions and good colour. Circa 1840.

H: 58 cm (22 13/16")

W: 36 cm (14 3/16")

D: 22 cm (8 11/16")

Price includes free delivery throughout the UK

Physical Dimensions
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

Jake Wright Antiques Ltd. has dated this Miniature Anglo Indian Cabinet to the 19th Century.

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SA1004540
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Jake has been supplying the London Trade and Interior Designer market with quality antiques since 2010. Jake has worked closely with his clients over these years and, due to the recent changing times and opportunities in the market, has decided to step out of the shadows to reach a wider audience with his new website. With items ranging from C17th to C20th in English, continental and Asian tastes. All with emphasis on quality and originality.

We offer a full shipping service, able to provide competitive quotes for National and International transport/shipping with a selection of regularly used, reliable and professional companies.

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? A C19th miniature ‘apprentice piece’ Anglo Indian hardwood linen press, with ebony mouldings.
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The doors opening to reveal sliding trays, above a base with drawers and gilt brass handles, raised on carved paw feet.
Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.

A rare unusual item of charming proportions and good colour. Circa 1840.

H: 58 cm (22 13/16")

W: 36 cm (14 3/16")

D: 22 cm (8 11/16")

Price includes free delivery throughout the UK

Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

Jake Wright Antiques Ltd. has dated this Miniature Anglo Indian Cabinet to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1004540
Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.
Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.
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A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet.
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Archive I A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet.

19th Century Miniature Anglo Indian Linen Press

Archive II A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet. View II
Archive III A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet. View VIII
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Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.

Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07789 602186
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Moreton In Marsh
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet.
19th Century Miniature Anglo Indian Linen Press
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A 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian hardwood linen press featuring panelled cupboard doors over three drawers, set on carved lion paw feet.
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  • ObjectMiniature Furniture
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian
  • MaterialHardwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved paw feet, brass ring handles, panelled doors
  • SizeH 58 cm (23 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

This 19th-century miniature Anglo-Indian linen press follows an apprentice-piece design in warm brown hardwood, highlighted by dark ebony mouldings along the top cornice, midsection, and plinth. The upper cabinet contains a pair of panelled cupboard doors opening to sliding trays, positioned above a base section fitted with two small drawers over two graduated drawers below. Each drawer front secures a pair of circular gilt-brass ring handles with decorative backplates. The whole cabinet is raised on four carved lion paw feet, displaying detailed claw work. Measuring 58 cm high, 36 cm wide, and 22 cm deep, this compact piece serves as a striking display item or storage chest. It suits placement as a tabletop cabinet or sideboard top in a study, library, or living room, offering practical storage for small keepsakes or documents while maintaining a decorative presence within traditional interiors.

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Anglo-Indian furniture originated during British administration in India, combining traditional European forms like linen presses and chests with indigenous hardwoods and local carving techniques. Miniature pieces were created as apprentice demonstration models, trade samples, or luxury desktop storage items.

Craftsmen primarily utilised dense native hardwoods such as teak, padauk, rosewood, and mahogany, paired with cast brass hardware, hand-cut dovetail joinery, and detailed hand-carved elements.

Key indicators include solid hardwood construction, hand-turned brass ring handles, unrefined backboards showing hand-saw marks, and distinctively carved regional design features such as hairy paw feet.

Miniature presses function as accent pieces on sideboards, desks, or bookshelves, providing functional desktop storage for stationery or small items while adding historical texture to modern schemes.

Position the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage or movement. Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply natural beeswax sparingly to preserve the timber polish.
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