An Antique Georgian Book Press

18th century

Sold by Opus Antiques

Description

This is a lovely Georgian mahogany book press, sometimes also described as a press for linen napkins. It actually can do both.

This good quality mahogany book press, has a lovely rich colour. They were used

to keep books flat by bookbinders and to apply even pressure to freshly glued book spines, or by merchants as "letter copying presses.

The central screw moves up and down depending on the size of the books and the drawer was used to store bookbinding tools, ink, and sealing wax.

It has its original swan neck handle, dovetailed drawer and central screw and handle all in good working order.

The press measures 33cm w x 20cm d x 38cm h which is a great practical size without being too big.

Declaration

Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1214563

Dealers Notes

Own a piece of history

Description

This is a lovely Georgian mahogany book press, sometimes also described as a press for linen napkins. It actually can do both.

This good quality mahogany book press, has a lovely rich colour. They were used