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An Early 19th C Fruitwood Book Press Table
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An Early 19th C Fruitwood Book Press Table

19th century
Sold 3 January 2026 · William Morris Antiques
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An early 19th c Fruitwood Book Press Table of fantastic colour. c 1830, constructed of a mixture of indigenous timbers including, Fruitwood, Birch and Beech, the adjustable press controllled by central thread spindle, above two solid timber plates,a single drawer, supported on four square section tapering legs.

Physical Dimensions
Height
145cm (57.09")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

William Morris Antiques has dated this Fruitwood Book Press Table to the Regency era.

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SA1180414
Description
An early 19th c Fruitwood Book Press Table of fantastic colour. c 1830, constructed of a mixture of indigenous timbers including, Fruitwood, Birch and Beech, the adjustable press controllled by central thread spindle, above two solid timber plates,a single drawer, supported on four square section tapering legs.
Height
145cm (57.09")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

William Morris Antiques has dated this Fruitwood Book Press Table to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1180414
William Morris Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020

Jess william morris established himself in the antiques business in 1999 after being awarded an rics accredited fine art valuation degree

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Archive I An early 19th-century fruitwood book press table featuring a central wooden screw mechanism and a single drawer. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

An Early 19th C Fruitwood Book Press Table

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William Morris Antiques
Telephone 0800 324 7028
Location
115 St Georges Road
Brighton
East Sussex
BN2 1EA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/williammorris
Verified Since Jul 2020
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Items Sold 263
William Morris Antiques
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An early 19th-century fruitwood book press table featuring a central wooden screw mechanism and a single drawer.
An early 19th c Fruitwood Book Press Table
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An early 19th-century fruitwood book press table featuring a central wooden screw mechanism and a single drawer.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialFruitwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCentral wooden screw, Turned handles, Single drawer, Straight legs
  • SizeH 145 cm (57 in) x W 66 cm (26 in) x D 37 cm (15 in)

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Book presses date back centuries and were essential tools used by binders, publishers, and scholars to flatten pages, glue bindings, and press newly bound volumes during the manufacturing process.

Traditional presses were typically built using dense hardwoods such as oak, fruitwood, or beech to withstand the immense pressure exerted by the wooden or metal screw mechanism.

Authenticity is determined by hand-cut wooden threads, tool marks from traditional joinery, patination consistent with age, and wear patterns indicative of manual use in a historic workshop.

This functional object serves as a sculptural statement piece in a study or library, pairing well with natural materials, leather furnishings, and curated collections of antique literature.

Maintain the wood with microcrystalline wax to preserve the finish, avoid exposure to direct sunlight or humidity fluctuations, and periodically lubricate the wooden screw with appropriate wax.
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