Book press
Category
Furniture
Date
circa 1825
Materials
Mahogany and ebony.
Measurements
1219 mm (Width) x 609 mm (Depth)
Place of origin
England
Collection
Plas Newydd, Anglesey
NT 1176655
Summary
A pair of late George IV book presses or chiffoniers, c 1825. Deep, mahogany, rectangular presses, each now with shelf super structure. Previously three-quarter gallery, two drawers, the fronts sunk paneled with ebony borders. Directoire type handles, pair cupboard doors below.
Provenance
Purchased by the National Trust in 2001.