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18th Century Flamed Mahogany Channel Island Press Storage
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for sale €1,463     $1,588
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18th Century Flamed Mahogany Channel Island Press Storage

18th century
Description

A wonderful example of a piece of furniture made in Jersey in about 1780 using high quality flame mahogany timbers.

The press itself originally had linen shelves. These have been replaced with hanging rails and a later shelf for shoes etc.

The condition is very good. With original key.

This press breaks down into 8 pieces so is suitable for narrow doorways or stairs .

For delivery please ask for a quote .

Physical Dimensions
Height
205cm (80.71")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this Flame Mahogany Press Cupboard to the 18th Century.

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SA1108184
Description
A wonderful example of a piece of furniture made in Jersey in about 1780 using high quality flame mahogany timbers.

The press itself originally had linen shelves. These have been replaced with hanging rails and a later shelf for shoes etc.

The condition is very good. With original key.

This press breaks down into 8 pieces so is suitable for narrow doorways or stairs .

For delivery please ask for a quote .

Height
205cm (80.71")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this Flame Mahogany Press Cupboard to the 18th Century.

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SA1108184
James Ribbons Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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An 18th-century flame mahogany Channel Island press cupboard with double fielded panel doors, brass escutcheons, and a shaped lower apron.
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Archive I An 18th-century flame mahogany Channel Island press cupboard with double fielded panel doors, brass escutcheons, and a shaped lower apron.

18th Century Flamed Mahogany Channel Island Press Storage

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James Ribbons Antiques
Telephone 01458 274 106
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Chilli Cottage
3 Kirkham Street
Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7NW
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jan 2012
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An 18th-century flame mahogany Channel Island press cupboard with double fielded panel doors, brass escutcheons, and a shaped lower apron.
18th century Flamed Mahogany Channel Island Press Storage
Ref: SA1108184
An 18th-century flame mahogany Channel Island press cupboard with double fielded panel doors, brass escutcheons, and a shaped lower apron.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmoires & Wardrobes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialFlame Mahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Mahogany Brown
  • MotifsFielded panel doors, Shaped apron, Brass escutcheons, Moulded cornice
  • SizeH 205 cm (81 in) x W 127 cm (50 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

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A Channel Island press cupboard is an 18th-century storage piece originating from Guernsey or Jersey, typically characterised by a moulded cornice, fielded panel doors, and a decorative shaped apron at the base.

These pieces were predominantly crafted using solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary timber carcasses such as pine or oak, fitted together using hand-cut mortise-and-tenon joints and dovetailing.

Authenticity can be determined by examining hand-sawn tool marks on the reverse, original brass escutcheons, hand-cut dovetail construction, and age-related shrinkage across solid wood panels.

A large mahogany press functions as a central focal point in a hallway, bedroom, or living area, offering concealed functional storage while adding dark timber tones to a modern design scheme.

Maintain mahogany timber by positioning it away from direct heat sources and sunlight, dusting regularly with a soft cloth, and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year.
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