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Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press | 18th Century | Af-6496
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Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press | 18th Century | Af-6496

18th century
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique 18th century Georgian linen press cupboard in mahogany, a substantial and beautifully presented period piece with an abundance of useful storage.

Resting on sturdy bracket feet, the lower section is arranged with three generous drawers and two smaller drawers above, all finished with decorative brass handles.

Two large cupboard doors occupy the upper section, opening to reveal a spacious interior ideal for hanging and organising clothing.

Dentil cornices along the top edge add a refined architectural detail and give the cupboard a particularly handsome finish.

Especially appealing is the mahogany itself, displaying a gorgeous natural grain and wonderfully rich colour that brings depth and warmth to the entire piece.

In good condition, well made and of good quality, this desirable Georgian linen press combines impressive storage with the elegance and character expected from a piece of this age.

Its beautiful timber and commanding proportions would make it a striking addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 6496

Measurements : 128cm (50½") Width x 59cm (23") Depth x 213cm (84") Height

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
213cm (83.86")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Georgian Mahogany Linen Press to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1236581
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6496
Description
Antique 18th century Georgian linen press cupboard in mahogany, a substantial and beautifully presented period piece with an abundance of useful storage.
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Resting on sturdy bracket feet, the lower section is arranged with three generous drawers and two smaller drawers above, all finished with decorative brass handles.
ActFurniture LTD
fig 1. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany linen press featuring flame mahogany door panels above four drawers with brass handles and bracket feet.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press | 18th Century | Af-6496

Two large cupboard doors occupy the upper section, opening to reveal a spacious interior ideal for hanging and organising clothing.

Dentil cornices along the top edge add a refined architectural detail and give the cupboard a particularly handsome finish.

fig 2. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany linen press featuring flame mahogany door panels above four drawers with brass handles and bracket feet.
fig 2. Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press | 18th Century | Af-6496

Especially appealing is the mahogany itself, displaying a gorgeous natural grain and wonderfully rich colour that brings depth and warmth to the entire piece.

In good condition, well made and of good quality, this desirable Georgian linen press combines impressive storage with the elegance and character expected from a piece of this age.

fig 3. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany linen press featuring flame mahogany door panels above four drawers with brass handles and bracket feet.
fig 3. Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press | 18th Century | Af-6496

Its beautiful timber and commanding proportions would make it a striking addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 6496

Measurements : 128cm (50½") Width x 59cm (23") Depth x 213cm (84") Height

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

fig 4. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany linen press featuring flame mahogany door panels above four drawers with brass handles and bracket feet.
fig 4. Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press | 18th Century | Af-6496

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 5. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany linen press featuring flame mahogany door panels above four drawers with brass handles and bracket feet.
fig 5. Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press | 18th Century | Af-6496

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

fig 6. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany linen press featuring flame mahogany door panels above four drawers with brass handles and bracket feet.
fig 6. Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press | 18th Century | Af-6496

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

fig 7. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany linen press featuring flame mahogany door panels above four drawers with brass handles and bracket feet.
fig 7. Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press | 18th Century | Af-6496

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Height
213cm (83.86")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Georgian Mahogany Linen Press to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236581
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6496
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Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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Worcestershire
WR6 5JE
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An 18th-century Georgian mahogany linen press featuring flame mahogany door panels above four drawers with brass handles and bracket feet.
Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press | 18th Century | AF-6496
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectLinen Presses
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFlame mahogany veneer, Swan-neck handles, Bracket feet, Dentil cornice
  • SizeH 213 cm (84 in) x W 128 cm (50 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

FAQs

Originating in the 18th century, a linen press is a two-part piece of furniture featuring an upper cupboard fitted with sliding trays or shelves for storing household linens, mounted above a chest of drawers.

Georgian linen presses were typically crafted from solid mahogany or oak, often incorporating flame mahogany veneers on door panels. Construction features include hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine drawer linings, and cast brass swan-neck handles.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-sawn tool marks on backboards, irregular dovetail joints, natural wood shrinkage around door panels, and original brass hardware showing mild oxidisation.

A mahogany linen press serves as a focal point in a master bedroom or spacious hallway, providing functional storage for clothing, media equipment, or extra bedding while adding warmth and historical depth.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft lint-free cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding placement near direct heat sources or damp environments.
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