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Georgian Mahogany Linen Press
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Georgian Mahogany Linen Press

18th century
Sold 31 October 2024 · Hand of Glory
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Description

A Georgian mahogany linen press, circa 1800, the stepped cornice of unusual design, over a pair of flame-mahogany panel doors with moulded detailing and central brass strip, the interior with two pull out trays, the base with two short over two long drawers and raised on splay bracket feet. The trays and drawers with Colefax & Fowler fabric covered drawer liners.

The pair of panel doors have brass hooks attached to hold the doors open as the top half was previously used as a television cabinet.

NB: From the estate of Mrs Henry T. Ford II from Turville Grange, decorated by Colefax & Fowler.

Physical Dimensions
Height
233cm (91.73")
Width
112cm (44.09")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Georgian Mahogany Linen Press to the Georgian era.

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SA1087046
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00000710
Description
A Georgian mahogany linen press, circa 1800, the stepped cornice of unusual design, over a pair of flame-mahogany panel doors with moulded detailing and central brass strip, the interior with two pull out trays, the base with two short over two long drawers and raised on splay bracket feet. The trays and drawers with Colefax & Fowler fabric covered drawer liners.
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The pair of panel doors have brass hooks attached to hold the doors open as the top half was previously used as a television cabinet.
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NB: From the estate of Mrs Henry T. Ford II from Turville Grange, decorated by Colefax & Fowler.

Height
233cm (91.73")
Width
112cm (44.09")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Georgian Mahogany Linen Press to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087046
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000710
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

Decorative antiques & interiors

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Archive I A tall antique Georgian mahogany linen press featuring upper panelled doors and a base with multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Mahogany Linen Press

Archive II A tall antique Georgian mahogany linen press featuring upper panelled doors and a base with multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass handles. View II
Archive III A tall antique Georgian mahogany linen press featuring upper panelled doors and a base with multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass handles. View III
Archive IV A tall antique Georgian mahogany linen press featuring upper panelled doors and a base with multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass handles. View IV
Archive V A tall antique Georgian mahogany linen press featuring upper panelled doors and a base with multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass handles. View V
Archive VI A tall antique Georgian mahogany linen press featuring upper panelled doors and a base with multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass handles. View VI
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Hand of Glory
Telephone 07867 305451 or 01249 447478
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Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/handofglory
Verified Since Jul 2012
Items For Sale 173
Items Sold 2,462
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Hand of Glory
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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A tall antique Georgian mahogany linen press featuring upper panelled doors and a base with multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass handles.
Georgian Mahogany Linen Press
Ref: SA1087046
A tall antique Georgian mahogany linen press featuring upper panelled doors and a base with multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWardrobe / Press
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Pine
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPanelled doors, Bracket feet, Brass drop handles, Dentil moulding
  • SizeH 233 cm (92 in) x W 112 cm (44 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

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A linen press is a traditional large piece of furniture developed during the 18th century in Britain to store household linens flat, often featuring sliding trays in the upper section and drawers below.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid timber frames with rich veneers such as mahogany, incorporating hand-cut dovetail joints, brass hardware, and secondary woods like oak or pine.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct joinery, hand-carved details, uniform patination, minor historical imperfections, and construction methods consistent with late 18th or early 19th-century cabinet making.

This statement furniture piece serves as a functional focal point in a bedroom or hallway, offering substantial vertical storage while adding historical warmth and architectural character to contemporary spaces.

Maintain the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying occasional microcrystalline wax, and dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth to preserve the natural finish.
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