Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
Summary:
• Item: Georgian Linen Press
• Circa: 1800
• Period: George III
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Mahogany
• Dentil moulded cornice
• Lovely figured mahogany door panels
• Original brass door latches and lock with working key
• Large / tall internal hanging area
• Brass hanging rail
• Dummy top drawer
• Two working drawers below
• Turned drawer knobs
• Original backboards
• Original plinth base
• Restoration project
• Lovely colour & patination
• Dismantles into 4 sections – easy access into rooms
Description:
Antique English Georgian linen press, constructed from mahogany, circa 1800, with an internal hanging rail and two drawers. Offered for sale as a restoration project. The Georgian linen press incorporates a protruding moulded Greek dentil cornice, above two decorative figured mahogany panel doors. The left-hand door retains its original brass sliding latches, while the right-hand door retains its original working lever lock (with working key). The top section opens to reveal a spacious interior, including a brass hanging rail. The internal hanging area offers generous hanging space for tall items, such as dresses or coats, as hanging space continues into the base of the linen press (the top two drawers of the base section is a dummy drawer and does not open. The base section comprises two working drawers, which are constructed with oak drawer lining and retain the original brass lever locks and decorated with cock-beaded detail. There is no key for the drawers. The turned drawer knobs are old replacements. The linen press sits on its original plinth base and retains its original pine backboards. The linen press dismantles into four sections allowing easy access up the staircase and into the bedroom. This Georgian wardrobe displays a rich deep mahogany colour.
External Dimensions:
External Height = 212cm
External Width (Cornice) = 132cm
Body Width = 122cm
Plinth Width = 125.5cm
External Depth (Cornice) = 61cm
Body Depth = 55.5cm
Internal Dimensions:
Hanging Height (Top of Metal Rail) = 125.5cm
Hanging Width = 118cm
Handing Depth = 51cm
Condition Report:
Offered for sale as a restoration project. Shrinkage to the internal door panels, specifically the right-hand door. Nominal old use marks to the front, leading edges, sides, drawer edges etc. Please see photos for condition details. The interior has been fitted with a brass hanging rail (there are no internal trays). The two doors lock, using the original brass working lever lock (with working key). The top drawer is a fixed dummy drawer and does not open (it is used for hanging depth). The drawers retain their original brass lever locks – there is no key for the drawers. The drawers are hand-dovetailed and oak lined. The drawer knobs are old replacements. The Georgian linen press is raised on its original plinth base and retains its original backboards.
Shipping:
Our courier charges £65 for delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland*. You are welcome to collect the item yourself, to save the shipping cost.
Returns & Refunds:
If you wish to return the item with 1-days of delivery, our courier charges an £65 collection fee (which is non-refundable). The original £65 delivery fee is also non-refundable. You will be given a refund for the item as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit).
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Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
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Antique English Georgian Mahogany Linen Press Wardrobe Armoire (Circa 1800)
