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EARL & RYMER

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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.

  • Period: Circa 1880
    • Price: £895.00
    • €1,044 Euro
    • $1,218 US Dollar
  • Location: Yorkshire
    • Dimensions: H: 137cm (53.94in)
    • W: 66cm (25.98in)
    • D: 40cm (15.75in)