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 1176655.1
Summary
Book press or chiffonier, George IV, circa 1825, one of a pair. 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. (left of fireplace).
Provenance
Purchased by the National Trust in 2001.