Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.
Summary:
• Item: Linen Press
• Circa: 1800
• Period: George III
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Figured mahogany
• Moulded cornice
• Lovely quality figured mahogany door panels
• Original brass door latches and lock with working key
• Five original sliding trays (top section)
• Two-over-one drawer configuration (bottom section)
• Original brass key escutcheons
• Original brass swan neck handles & escutcheons
• Working locks & key
• Original backboards
• Original bracket feet
• Fantastic solid construction
• Lovely colour & patination
• Dismantles into 3 sections – easy access into rooms
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns policy
Description:
The left-hand door retains its original brass sliding latches, while the right-hand door features a working lever lock (with working key). The top section opens to reveal a bank of five original sliding linen trays, constructed with oak drawer linings and pine drawer bottoms. These trays provide lots of storage space for linen and clothes. The base section comprises a two-over-one drawer configuration, with further plentiful storage space. The drawer sides are oak lined and hand-dovetailed, therefore constructed in the original manner. The drawer fronts are decorated with elegant figured mahogany fronts, cock-beaded detail, whilst retaining the original brass oval plate handles and backplates, key escutcheons and working locks (with key). The linen press is raised on its original bracket feet (which is rare to see, as these are usually replaced with changing fashions or get damaged over time). The linen wardrobe also features the original pine backboards. The linen press dismantles into three sections (cornice, top and base) allowing easy access up the staircase and into the bedroom.
Dimensions:
Total Height (top and base) = 198.8cm or 78¼” or 6ft 6¼”
Top Height (including cornice) = 125.3cm or 49?” or 4ft 1?”
Top Height (excluding cornice) = 116.9cm or 46” or 3ft 10”
Top Width = 111.3cm or 43¾” or 3ft 7¾”
Cornice Width = 118.3cm or 46½” or 3ft 10½”
Top Depth = 58.1cm or 22?” or 1ft 10?”
Base Height = 73.5cm or 28?” or 2ft 4?”
Base Width = 118.3cm or 46½” or 3ft 10½”
Base Depth = 60.8cm or 24” or 2ft
Condition Report:
Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, but nothing significant considering its age. The linen press has been cleaned and French polished by hand to a professional standard in our workshop, therefore the colour and patination is of an excellent standard. The doors lock using the original brass working lever lock (with working key). The drawers retain the original brass oval plate handles and backplates, key escutcheons and working locks (with key). The press is raised on its original bracket feet. The linen press also features the original backboards. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland. If you live in one of the areas, please contact us for a delivery quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you.
International Buyers:
Please contact us before purchasing the item, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.
Ref. 54049
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.
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Antique English Georgian Figured Mahogany Linen Press Chest Wardrobe (Circa 1800)
