Antique Linen Press Cupboard, English, Walnut, Cabinet, London, Victorian, 1890

This is a quality antique linen press cupboard. An English, walnut gentleman's cabinet by Hewetson & Milner of London, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1890.

A cabinet of the first order, with imperious craftsmanship throughout

Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order

Superb walnut stocks offer fine grain interest and luxuriant caramel hues

Presents the air of satisfaction of being in one place for a long period of time

Prominent crown moulding stands above the delightful whole

Pair of field doors dressed with a drop handle over a brass lock escutcheon — untested, key absent

Impressively thick doors open to a quartet of press slides

Four drawers to base arranged two over two, with brass lock escutcheons — keys absent

Each dressed with original brass drop handles over pierced backplates

Upper right drawers graced with an engraved maker's mark

Mark reads 'Hewetson & Milner, London, Tottenham Court Road'

Standing upon a stout, continuous plinth foot

This is a superb antique linen press cupboard, of superior quality and finish. Sure to enhance any home, the craftsmanship and careful selection of stocks presents an example of impressive Victorian furniture. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max width: 131cm (51.5'')

Max depth: 59.5cm (23.5'')

Max height: 216.5cm (85.25'').

Origin : United Kingdom
Manufacture Date : Circa 1890
Materials : Walnut