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A George II Mahogany Press by Francis Brodie
Drennan & Sturrock Ltd
for sale €8,190     $8,890
£7,000

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A George II Mahogany Press by Francis Brodie

18th century
Description

A George II mahogany press by Francis Brodie, the two panel doors opening to enclose sliding shelves with heart shaped handles above two short drawers on bracket feet.

This press with its pure and austere lines is made from fabulous mahogany by one of Scotland's best cabinet makers who has pieces in Dumfriess House.

Physical Dimensions
Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Declaration

Drennan & Sturrock Ltd has dated this George II Mahogany Press to the 1750s.

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SA1171857
Description
A George II mahogany press by Francis Brodie, the two panel doors opening to enclose sliding shelves with heart shaped handles above two short drawers on bracket feet.
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This press with its pure and austere lines is made from fabulous mahogany by one of Scotland's best cabinet makers who has pieces in Dumfriess House.
Drennan & Sturrock Ltd
Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Date of Manufacture

Drennan & Sturrock Ltd has dated this George II Mahogany Press to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171857
Drennan & Sturrock Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018
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A dark George II mahogany press cupboard featuring two large panelled doors with brass escutcheons above two drawers on bracket feet.
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Archive I A dark George II mahogany press cupboard featuring two large panelled doors with brass escutcheons above two drawers on bracket feet.

A George II Mahogany Press by Francis Brodie

Archive II A dark George II mahogany press cupboard featuring two large panelled doors with brass escutcheons above two drawers on bracket feet. View II
Archive III A dark George II mahogany press cupboard featuring two large panelled doors with brass escutcheons above two drawers on bracket feet. View III
Archive IV A dark George II mahogany press cupboard featuring two large panelled doors with brass escutcheons above two drawers on bracket feet. View IV
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A dark George II mahogany press cupboard featuring two large panelled doors with brass escutcheons above two drawers on bracket feet.
A George II mahogany press by Francis Brodie
Ref: SA1171857
A dark George II mahogany press cupboard featuring two large panelled doors with brass escutcheons above two drawers on bracket feet.
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Originating during the reign of King George II (17271760), a mahogany press cupboard is a substantial storage piece constructed with an upper double-door section and lower drawers. Typically crafted from imported West Indian mahogany, these cupboards were designed to house folded household linens, textiles, and apparel prior to the widespread use of hanging wardrobes.

Mid-18th-century linen presses were primarily built using solid mahogany or dense mahogany veneers over pine or oak carcasses. Construction methods feature hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, raised field panels, cast brass drawer handles, and hand-carved bracket feet, reflecting precision pre-industrial cabinetmaking.

Authentic George II pieces feature dense, heavy mahogany with a deep natural patina and hand-planed secondary woods inside the carcass. Look for hand-pierced brass escutcheons, hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, and traditional bracket feet showing signs of historical wear and hand-tooling.

A Georgian press cupboard provides visually substantial architectural weight to dining rooms, hallways, or bedrooms. Paired with contemporary artwork, neutral wall tones, or modern minimalist ceramics, the rich mahogany grain creates a focal point that grounds modern interiors.

To preserve the original timber and finish, keep the cupboard away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or fading. Clean surfaces with a soft, dry cotton cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, rubbing along the grain to maintain the natural lustre.
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