Victorian Mahogany & Pine Country House Linen Press By Johnston's Of London. Circa 1880.
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A 19th Century English country house mahogany and pine linen press of excellent quality. The press sits atop an integrated two-drawer chest and retains its original maker's stamp for Johnston's, 290 Oxford Street, London. A remarkably clean, un-inked example, suggesting that this has been used as a linen-press rather than book press.
Designed for the grand country house household to press table linens and napkins, this piece combines historical utility with elegant proportions.
The top structure features a large, smoothly functioning central wooden screw mechanism surmounted by a beautifully turned acorn finial and double crossbar handle.
The press is mounted on a two-drawer base fitted with turned wooden knobs, supported by straight, square-tapered legs. Opening the interior drawer reveals the crisp original retailer/maker stamp: "FROM JOHNSTON'S 290 OXFORD ST LONDON".
Condition: Good original antique condition with age-related character, surface wear, and a well-matured patina. Structurally sound, stable, and fully functional.
Date of manufacture : 19th century
Additional Information
SA1228805 (AB-304953)
W: 66" (167.6 cm)H: 137" (348 cm)D: 40" (101.6 cm)
19th Century, Victorian (1837 to 1901)
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