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17th Century Small Oak Chest of Drawers with Book / Linen Press & Provenance
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17th Century Small Oak Chest of Drawers with Book / Linen Press & Provenance

17th century
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A very charming and rare 17th century medium / small solid oak chest of drawers, with the original fully functioning book or linen press.

William & Mary c1690.

This delightful chest has four oak lined drawers, opening on the original side-runners. Beautifully decorated drawer fronts, having geometric mouldings with beaded drawer dividers.

With replacement stylistically correct split-pin brass drop-handles. Original iron locks to each drawer. Ornate brass escutcheons, which are replacements.

Having developed a wonderful rich colour and patina over the many centuries.

Standing on stile feet.

Provenance-The chest sold through Christie`s Auction House on 30th October 2012- Kensington London - Christie`s Interiors - Masters & Makers - Described as - A William And Mary Oak Chest Of Drawers With Press. Lot 86.

The condition overall is excellent antique condition, with general expected signs of use consistent with age. Very solid, sturdy and strong.

The dimensions are.

Height to top of screw finial-163cm. Height to top of frame-150cm. Height to top of chest of drawers-86.5cm.

Width-86.5cm.

Depth-52.5cm.

VIEWING.

Viewing is available at our showroom in Kent, please contact us to arrange an appointment-thanks.

If you have any questions about this item please do not hesitate to contact us.

COLLECTION.

Collection in person is very welcome, we are happy to assist with loading.

DELIVERY.

If courier delivery is required we are happy to give you a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
86.5cm (34.06")
Width
86.5cm (34.06")
Depth
52.5cm (20.67")
Declaration

Mersham Manor Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Linen Press to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1181125
Description
-Welcome to Mersham Manor Antiques-
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A very charming and rare 17th century medium / small solid oak chest of drawers, with the original fully functioning book or linen press.
Mersham Manor Antiques

William & Mary c1690.

This delightful chest has four oak lined drawers, opening on the original side-runners. Beautifully decorated drawer fronts, having geometric mouldings with beaded drawer dividers.

fig 1. A 17th-century dark oak chest of drawers featuring geometric panelled drawer fronts and an integrated wooden screw linen press mounted on top.
fig 1. 17th Century Small Oak Chest of Drawers with Book / Linen Press & Provenance

With replacement stylistically correct split-pin brass drop-handles. Original iron locks to each drawer. Ornate brass escutcheons, which are replacements.

Having developed a wonderful rich colour and patina over the many centuries.

fig 2. A 17th-century dark oak chest of drawers featuring geometric panelled drawer fronts and an integrated wooden screw linen press mounted on top.
fig 2. 17th Century Small Oak Chest of Drawers with Book / Linen Press & Provenance

Standing on stile feet.

Provenance-The chest sold through Christie`s Auction House on 30th October 2012- Kensington London - Christie`s Interiors - Masters & Makers - Described as - A William And Mary Oak Chest Of Drawers With Press. Lot 86.

fig 3. A 17th-century dark oak chest of drawers featuring geometric panelled drawer fronts and an integrated wooden screw linen press mounted on top.
fig 3. 17th Century Small Oak Chest of Drawers with Book / Linen Press & Provenance

The condition overall is excellent antique condition, with general expected signs of use consistent with age. Very solid, sturdy and strong.

The dimensions are.

Height to top of screw finial-163cm. Height to top of frame-150cm. Height to top of chest of drawers-86.5cm.

fig 4. A 17th-century dark oak chest of drawers featuring geometric panelled drawer fronts and an integrated wooden screw linen press mounted on top.
fig 4. 17th Century Small Oak Chest of Drawers with Book / Linen Press & Provenance

Width-86.5cm.

Depth-52.5cm.

VIEWING.

Viewing is available at our showroom in Kent, please contact us to arrange an appointment-thanks.

If you have any questions about this item please do not hesitate to contact us.

COLLECTION.

Collection in person is very welcome, we are happy to assist with loading.

DELIVERY.

If courier delivery is required we are happy to give you a quote.

Height
86.5cm (34.06")
Width
86.5cm (34.06")
Depth
52.5cm (20.67")
Date of Manufacture

Mersham Manor Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Linen Press to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1181125
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A 17th-century dark oak chest of drawers featuring geometric panelled drawer fronts and an integrated wooden screw linen press mounted on top.
17th Century Small Oak Chest Of Drawers With Book / Linen Press & Provenance
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A 17th-century linen press was designed to flatten freshly washed linens and textiles through pressure exerted by a hand-turned wooden screw frame positioned above storage drawers.

These pieces were primarily constructed from solid English oak using joinery techniques such as mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved threaded wooden screws, and geometric panel mouldings.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-hewn timber marks, hand-cut dovetails or peg construction, historic wear around the screw threads, and uneven natural patination consistent with centuries of use.

An antique linen press serves as a focal statement piece in an entryway, hallway, or living space, pairing rich historical timber textures alongside clean modern architectural lines.

Apply high-grade beeswax sparingly to the oak surfaces and wooden screw threads to maintain smooth operation and protect the historic timber finish from moisture loss.
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