Object Description
This is a fine quality antique English Georgian linen press, constructed from figured mahogany, circa 1780, with an unusual double drawer configuration, in excellent condition.
Summary:
• Item: Georgian Linen Press
• Circa: 1780
• Period: George III
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Figured Mahogany
• Dentil moulded cornice
• Lovely quality door panels
• Original brass door latches and lock with working key
• Wooden hanging rail to top section
• Large / tall internal hanging area
• False top two drawers
• Large double drawer below (ideal for storing tall / large items)
• 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 2 sections – easy access into rooms
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns policy
Description:
This is a fine quality antique English Georgian linen press, constructed from figured mahogany, circa 1780, with an unusual double drawer configuration, in excellent condition. The linen press incorporates a protruding moulded cornice to the top, above two decorative figured mahogany panel doors. The left-hand door retains its original brass sliding latches, while the right-hand door retains its original working lever lock (with working key). The top section opens to reveal a spacious interior, including a wooden hanging rail. The internal hanging area offers generous hanging space for tall items, such as dresses or coats, as handing space continues into the base of the linen press (the top two drawers of the base section are false – they do not open). The base section comprises an unusual “double drawer” configuration, which is ideal for storing tall / large items, such as hats!
The base section comprises a two-over-two drawer configuration, with further plentiful storage space. The drawer linings are oak lined and hand-dovetailed, therefore constructed in the original manner. The drawer fronts are decorated with elegant flame mahogany fronts, cock-beaded detail, whilst retaining the original brass swan neck handles and circular backplates, key escutcheons and working locks (with key). The linen press is raised on its original bracket feet. This armoire also retains its original pine backboards. The linen press dismantles into two sections (top and base) allowing easy access up the staircase and into the bedroom.
This Georgian wardrobe boats a rich deep mahogany colour, having been cleaned and French polished by hand in our workshop, along with the years of care and cleaning it has received.
This Georgian linen press is an excellent investment but is also very practical for storage and would look superb in a variety of rooms, especially the bedroom. This item would certainly grace any home.
Dimensions:
Total Height (top and base) = 206.3cm or 81¼” or 6ft 9¼”
Top Height (including cornice) = 118.3cm or 46½” or 3ft 10½”
Top Width (cornice) = 125.6cm or 49½” or 4ft 1½”
Top Depth = 59.9cm or 23⅝” or 1ft 11⅝”
Base Height = 89.2cm or 35⅛” or 2ft 11⅛”
Base Width =126.2cm or 49¾” or 1ft 1¾”
Base Depth = 60.3cm or 23¾” or 1ft 11¾”
Hanging Height (max) =136.5cm or 53¾” or 4ft 5¾”
Hanging Height (from rail) = 127cm or 50” or 4ft 2”
Hanging Width = 114cm or 44⅞” or 3ft 8⅞”
Hanging Depth = 47.7cm or 18¾” or 1ft 6¾
Condition Report:
This is a fine quality antique English Georgian linen press, constructed from figured mahogany, circa 1780, with an unusual double drawer configuration, in excellent condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges and specifically the sides, with old restoration patches near the waist, 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 interior has been fitted with a wooden hanging rail. The doors lock using the original brass working lever lock (with working key). The drawers retain their original brass swan neck handles and circular backplates, key escutcheons and working locks (with key). The top two draws in the base are “dummy” drawers to allow for taller hanging space in the cupboard above. The Georgian linen press is raised on its original bracket feet. The Georgian linen press retains its original backboards. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.
Customer Service:
We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*
• Free 14 Day Returns
• Full money back assurance
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
• Full assembly service
Further Information:
For more information or photographs please email or call us.
Office: 01829 458 070
Julian: 07960 738 212
Yola: 07971 882 567
Customers outside the UK should call:
Office: 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian: 00 44 7960 738 212
Yola: 00 44 7971 882 567
Email: [email protected]
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item. Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.
Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks depending on location; we aim to deliver the majority of items within 2 weeks. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit, therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you.
Once you have purchased an item, we will contact you by email and/or telephone and provide you with a provisional delivery date, in order for you to confirm if it is suitable for you. Once you have confirmed you can accept delivery on the provisional delivery date, we will book the delivery in with our shippers and it then becomes a confirmed delivery date.
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Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery; cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer) or PayPal. Payment is requested within 5 days of the sale. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode. Due to the distances and costs involved with shipping outside the UK, a returns policy is therefore not available for international buyers. Before placing your order(s) please make sure this is the item for you. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal, credit or debit cards for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered to our shippers. The advertised price of the item does not include the shipping cost, sales tax, import duty or custom fees.
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About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yola Gray has a special interest in colonial furniture, specifically colonial four poster beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English antique furniture, art and fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.
Please visit the Yola Gray website at www.yolagray.com for further items and information.
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