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Georgian Oak Book Press Table
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Georgian Oak Book Press Table

18th century
Sold by Repton Co
Sold 1 June 2026 · Repton Co
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Description

A useful, well drawn side table with single drawer and press top, originally used for books or maps etc. The screw and press frame is made from fine grained walnut. Some minor losses to the ebony stringing around the drawer.

Dimensions:

H 140cm

H top 73cm

W 83cm

D 49.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Repton Co has dated this Georgian Oak Book Press to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
83cm (32.68")
Depth
49.5cm (19.49")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1164304
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00000554
Description
A useful, well drawn side table with single drawer and press top, originally used for books or maps etc. The screw and press frame is made from fine grained walnut. Some minor losses to the ebony stringing around the drawer.

Dimensions:

H 140cm

H top 73cm

W 83cm

D 49.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Repton Co has dated this Georgian Oak Book Press to the Georgian era.

Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
83cm (32.68")
Depth
49.5cm (19.49")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1164304
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000554
Repton Co
Repton Co
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
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Repton Co

Repton Co
Telephone 07493 120423
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Kent
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/reptonco
Verified Since Feb 2022
Items For Sale 44
Items Sold 160
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An antique Georgian oak book press table featuring a central wooden screw mechanism mounted on a single-drawer table base.
Georgian oak book press table
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An antique Georgian oak book press table featuring a central wooden screw mechanism mounted on a single-drawer table base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCentral threaded wooden screw, Upright support posts, Single frieze drawer, Brass drop handle
  • SizeH 140 cm (55 in) x W 83 cm (33 in) x D 49.5 cm (19 in)

FAQs

Georgian book presses were commonly used in libraries, binderies, and private studies during the 18th and early 19th centuries to flatten paper, bind books, and copy documents.

These pieces typically feature solid hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, utilising heavy wooden or iron threaded screws, dovetail joinery in drawers, and sturdy pegged frames.

Authenticity is determined by examining timber shrinkage, hand-cut joinery, tool marks, period-appropriate hardware, and natural oxidisation and patina consistent with age.

This type of item functions well as a focal point in a home office or library, paired with neutral walls and minimalist surrounding furniture to highlight its architectural form.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber without sealing it.
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