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Georgian Mahogany Linen Press Wardrobe of Small Proportions
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Georgian Mahogany Linen Press Wardrobe of Small Proportions

18th century
Sold 23 March 2025 · Hand of Glory
This “Georgian Mahogany Linen Press Wardrobe of Small Proportions” found a buyer.

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A good quality Georgian Cuban mahogany linen press, circa 1800, of small proportions, the stepped cornice over a pair of fielded panelled doors with central brass strip, the base with a pair of dummy drawers over a long drawer with cockbeaded borders and pierced brass drop handles, raised on bracket feet. The interior with a brass hanging rail and with original working key.

180cm high x 117cm x 58cm (width and depth not including cornice).

Physical Dimensions
Height
180cm (70.87")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Georgian Mahogany Linen Press to the Georgian era.

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SA1117724
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SKU00000764
Description
A good quality Georgian Cuban mahogany linen press, circa 1800, of small proportions, the stepped cornice over a pair of fielded panelled doors with central brass strip, the base with a pair of dummy drawers over a long drawer with cockbeaded borders and pierced brass drop handles, raised on bracket feet. The interior with a brass hanging rail and with original working key.

180cm high x 117cm x 58cm (width and depth not including cornice).

Height
180cm (70.87")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Georgian Mahogany Linen Press to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117724
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000764
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An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Mahogany Linen Press Wardrobe of Small Proportions

Archive II An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles. View II
Archive III An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles. View III
Archive IV An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles. View IV
Archive V An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles. View V
Archive VI An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles. View VI
Archive VII An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles. View VII
Archive VIII An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles. View VIII
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34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jul 2012
Items For Sale 173
Items Sold 2,462
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles.
Georgian Mahogany Linen Press Wardrobe of Small Proportions
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An antique dark brown mahogany Georgian linen press featuring two large upper doors and three lower drawers with brass handles.
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  • ObjectWardrobes & Armoires
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPanelled doors, Bracket feet, Brass drop handles, Cornice moulding
  • SizeH 180 cm (71 in) x W 117 cm (46 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

Dating from the 18th century during the reigns of Kings George I through IV, linen presses were crafted to store freshly laundered textiles flat before the widespread use of hanging wardrobes. They typically feature an upper section with sliding trays and a lower chest of drawers.

These pieces are predominantly constructed from solid mahogany or pine carcasses veneered with figured mahogany, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers and pegged mortise and tenon joinery on the frame.

Authenticity is verified by examining the interior timbers for secondary woods like oak or pine, checking for hand-beveled drawer linings, irregular dovetails, and period-correct brass hardware fittings.

Pair the rich wood tones with neutral walls and minimalist contemporary decor to let the historical craftsmanship stand out as a functional statement piece in a bedroom or dressing room.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, and nourish the wood periodically using traditional beeswax.
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