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Georgian Dwarf Press Cupboard
Athey Antiques
for sale €930     $1,010
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Georgian Dwarf Press Cupboard

18th century
For Sale by Athey Antiques
Description

Handsome Georgian mahogany dwarf press cupboard, the panelled doors opening to a ( later ) fitted interior with a drawer below.

With marks, scuffs and wear commensurate with age and use, overall this lovely cupboard is in good, sound condition , a really useful piece of furniture with many uses, the fitted interior could be removed if necessary and a hanging rail put in or even use it as a TV cabinet, endless possibilities !.

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 51.5" 131 cm

Width 44" 112 cm

Depth 25" 64 cm

All sizes approximate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
131cm (51.57")
Width
112cm (44.09")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Declaration

Athey Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Press Cupboard to the Georgian era.

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SA1229527
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ath3860
Description
Handsome Georgian mahogany dwarf press cupboard, the panelled doors opening to a ( later ) fitted interior with a drawer below.

With marks, scuffs and wear commensurate with age and use, overall this lovely cupboard is in good, sound condition , a really useful piece of furniture with many uses, the fitted interior could be removed if necessary and a hanging rail put in or even use it as a TV cabinet, endless possibilities !.

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 51.5" 131 cm

Width 44" 112 cm

Depth 25" 64 cm

All sizes approximate.

Height
131cm (51.57")
Width
112cm (44.09")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Date of Manufacture

Athey Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Press Cupboard to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1229527
Dealers Internal Ref
ath3860
Athey Antiques
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Telephone 01665 604229 or 07836 718350
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Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1JQ
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A Georgian mahogany dwarf press cupboard featuring twin panelled doors over a single drawer with brass handles.
Georgian dwarf press cupboard
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A Georgian mahogany dwarf press cupboard featuring twin panelled doors over a single drawer with brass handles.
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A dwarf press cupboard is a compact variation of the traditional linen press or clothes press, developed during the Georgian period. Designed for smaller spaces or low-ceilinged rooms, it typically features a double-door upper cabinet positioned above a single row of drawers.

These cupboards were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany or flame mahogany veneers, often backed with secondary woods such as pine or oak. Hand-forged iron hinges, brass escutcheons, and cast brass swan-neck or drop handles were standard hardware components.

Authentic Georgian examples exhibit hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, hand-planed rear timber panels, and original brass lock plates. Look for natural patination, subtle wood shrinkage around panel margins, and original bracket foot construction.

A dwarf press cupboard functions well as a hallway storage unit, a dining room sideboard alternative, or a bedroom chest. Balance the rich mahogany wood tones by pairing the piece with modern ceramic lamps, neutral linen textiles, or contemporary artwork hung directly above.

Position the piece away from direct sunlight and central heating radiators to prevent timber movement or surface cracking. Clean regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax polish annually to nourish the wood finish.
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