Sold 26 August 2024 · Cavers Antiques

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Description

Here I have a good quality Georgian press on chest.

Standing on splayed feet, the chest has 4 drawers with turned mahogany handles.

The top section consists of 2 paneled doors when opened reveal a full set of pull-out slides.

The overhanging cornice with beaded decoration finishes the crown.

All in very nice condition and pleasing to the eye.

Very good price for this press £995.

Physical Dimensions

Height

210cm (82.68")

Width

136cm (53.54")

Depth

62cm (24.41")

Declaration

Cavers Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Linen Press to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA794088

Description

Here I have a good quality Georgian press on chest.

Standing on splayed feet, the chest has 4 drawers with turned mahogany handles.

The top section consists of 2 paneled doors when opened reveal a full set of pull-out slides.

The overhanging cornice with beaded decoration finishes the crown.

All in very nice condition and pleasing to the eye.

Very good price for this press £995.

Physical Dimensions

Height

210cm (82.68")

Width

136cm (53.54")

Depth

62cm (24.41")

Date of Manufacture

Cavers Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Linen Press to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA794088

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Cavers Antiques

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ObjectWardrobes & Presses
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Pine, Oak
ColourDeep Brown
MotifsFlame mahogany veneer, Graduated drawers, Turned wooden knobs, Bracket feet
SizeH 210 cm (83 in) x W 136 cm (54 in) x D 62 cm (24 in)

FAQs

A Georgian linen press is a tall storage furniture piece featuring upper cabinet doors enclosing sliding trays or shelves, positioned above a chest of base drawers, popular during the 18th and early 19th centuries.

These pieces were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany or native hardwoods, often featuring finely figured flame mahogany veneers and secondary woods such as oak or pine for drawer linings.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate construction methods such as hand-cut dovetail joints, handmade iron or brass fixings, patinated timber surfaces, and carcass construction using secondary woods characteristic of the era.

Position the substantial wooden cabinet against a neutral wall in a bedroom or dressing room to let the rich timber grain serve as a focal point, balancing its imposing scale with minimalist surrounding decor.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, and occasionally nourish the wood with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.