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Impressive Late C18th George III Period Mahogany and Satinwood Linen Press or Wardrobe with 'Swan-neck' Pediment.
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Impressive Late C18th George III Period Mahogany and Satinwood Linen Press or Wardrobe with 'Swan-neck' Pediment.

18th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Impressive late C18th George III period mahogany and satinwood linen press or wardrobe with 'swan-neck' pediment.

Smart late C18th mahogany 2-door linen press on chest-of-drawers base . The doors with well-figured satinwood oval panels and satinwood cross-banding , enclosing a cupboard fitted with 2 adjustable slide shelves.

Surmounted by a striking 'swan-neck' broken-arch pediment with pierced detail, satinwood fan paterae to the terminals and central raised stage . The frieze of the pediment inlaid with satinwood reserves .

The chest base fitted with 2 short and 2 long ,oak-lined drawers each with conforming satinwood cross-banded edges and 'cock-beading' . The whole raised on original shaped bracket feet . The brass plate handles being old replacements , which have been fitted to the original holes .

The interior of the top has been skilfully lined approximately 100 years ago with aromatic cedar or camphor-wood .

The interiors of the doors fitted with their original decorative brass bolts and quality brass hinges . Fitted with the original brass lock and escutcheon, supplied with the original 'bow-top' loop steel key .

In excellent original condition and with a wonderful glowing colour and patina, the golden satinwood contrasting with the darker mahogany.

Demonstrates design-feature influences from two of the leading influential English cabinet-makers of the late C18th, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheraton. The design of the pediment taking its inspiration from classicism and the Roman triumphal arch .

The whole made in 3 sections in the traditional manner, to aid moving and transportation.

H (full) 88"

W 48"

D 24"

England c. 1790

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this George III Mahogany Linen Press to the Georgian era.

Independent Date Guide ID 05450922
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 215-250 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE GEORGIAN ERA:
Hand-cut drawer dovetails with slender pins: cabinet work of the late eighteenth century.
Scribe lines on the drawer sides: hand marking by the original maker.
Cast brass interior door bolts with slotted screws: late Georgian fittings.
Pierced fretwork pediment and fan paterae: neoclassical styling popular around 1790.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
224cm (88.19")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA635846
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 1907
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Impressive late C18th George III period mahogany and satinwood linen press or wardrobe with 'swan-neck' pediment.

Smart late C18th mahogany 2-door linen press on chest-of-drawers base .

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The doors with well-figured satinwood oval panels and satinwood cross-banding , enclosing a cupboard fitted with 2 adjustable slide shelves.
M Lees and Sons
fig 1. A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers.
fig 1. Impressive Late C18th George III Period Mahogany and Satinwood Linen Press or Wardrobe with 'Swan-neck' Pediment.

Surmounted by a striking 'swan-neck' broken-arch pediment with pierced detail, satinwood fan paterae to the terminals and central raised stage . The frieze of the pediment inlaid with satinwood reserves .

fig 2. A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers.
fig 2. Impressive Late C18th George III Period Mahogany and Satinwood Linen Press or Wardrobe with 'Swan-neck' Pediment.

The chest base fitted with 2 short and 2 long ,oak-lined drawers each with conforming satinwood cross-banded edges and 'cock-beading' . The whole raised on original shaped bracket feet . The brass plate handles being old replacements , which have been fitted to the original holes .

fig 3. A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers.
fig 3. Impressive Late C18th George III Period Mahogany and Satinwood Linen Press or Wardrobe with 'Swan-neck' Pediment.

The interior of the top has been skilfully lined approximately 100 years ago with aromatic cedar or camphor-wood .

The interiors of the doors fitted with their original decorative brass bolts and quality brass hinges . Fitted with the original brass lock and escutcheon, supplied with the original 'bow-top' loop steel key .

fig 4. A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers.
fig 4. Impressive Late C18th George III Period Mahogany and Satinwood Linen Press or Wardrobe with 'Swan-neck' Pediment.

In excellent original condition and with a wonderful glowing colour and patina, the golden satinwood contrasting with the darker mahogany.

Demonstrates design-feature influences from two of the leading influential English cabinet-makers of the late C18th, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheraton. The design of the pediment taking its inspiration from classicism and the Roman triumphal arch .

The whole made in 3 sections in the traditional manner, to aid moving and transportation.

H (full) 88"

W 48"

D 24"

England c. 1790

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this George III Mahogany Linen Press to the Georgian era.

Independent Date Report ID 05450922
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques datingGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 215-250 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Georgian era:
Hand-cut drawer dovetails with slender pins: cabinet work of the late eighteenth century.
Scribe lines on the drawer sides: hand marking by the original maker.
Cast brass interior door bolts with slotted screws: late Georgian fittings.
Pierced fretwork pediment and fan paterae: neoclassical styling popular around 1790.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
224cm (88.19")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA635846
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 1907
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers.

Impressive Late C18th George III Period Mahogany and Satinwood Linen Press or Wardrobe with 'Swan-neck' Pediment.

Archive II A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers. View II
Archive III A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers. View III
Archive IV A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers. View IV
Archive V A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers. View V
Archive VI A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers. View VI
Archive VII A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers. View VII
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Archive XIII A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers. View XIII
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
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A late 18th-century George III mahogany and satinwood linen press with a swan-neck pediment, oval inlaid cupboard doors, and four lower drawers.
Impressive late C18th George III period mahogany and satinwood linen press or wardrobe with 'swan-neck' pediment.
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  • ObjectLinen Press
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSwan-neck pediment, Oval inlay panels, Fretwork detail, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 224 cm (88 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This George III period linen press is a late 18th-century English country house wardrobe formed in three sections. The piece combines warm brown mahogany and golden satinwood timbers, featuring a broken-arch swan-neck pediment with pierced fretwork detail, circular terminals, and oval inlaid panels on the two upper cupboard doors above a chest base containing two short and two long drawers. Additional visual elements include cock-beaded drawer edges, brass plate handles, and shaped bracket feet. The wardrobe stands 224 cm high, 122 cm wide, and 61 cm deep. Positioned in a bedroom or dressing room, this freestanding storage furniture functions as a practical wardrobe or linen cupboard. The upper section encloses adjustable shelving, while the lower drawers provide additional space for folded garments or linens. The traditional proportion and balanced arrangement of drawers and doors suit period interiors and classic home settings, bringing traditional English cabinet-making to contemporary living spaces.

FAQs

Introduced predominantly in the 18th century during the reign of King George III, the linen press was designed as a multi-tier storage solution for folded household linens and clothing. It traditionally comprised an upper cabinet fitted with sliding trays or shelves set above a lower chest of drawers.

High-status Georgian pieces were constructed primarily from Cuban or West Indian mahogany, frequently accented with decorative crossbanded inlays of satinwood, tulipwood, or boxwood. Secondary woods used for drawer linings and rear carcass panels typically included oak or Scots pine.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, original brass swan-neck or oval plate handles, and signs of hand-planing on the backboards. Shrinkage cracks along the grain or slight irregularities in the hand-carved fretwork and mouldings also indicate genuine period construction.

A large mahogany linen press functions as a statement piece in modern bedrooms, dining spaces, or spacious hallways. It can be paired with neutral paint palettes and minimalist soft furnishings to allow the warm timber tones and geometric inlays to serve as the visual anchor of the room.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and prolonged sunlight to prevent drying, warping, and fading of the flame mahogany veneers. Regularly apply a high-quality beeswax polish along the grain, avoiding silicone-based sprays or abrasive cleaning chemicals.
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