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18th Century Dutch Neoclassical Figured Walnut Linen Press with Desk Interior

$9,800
£7,407.09
€8,664.02
CA$13,915.19
A$14,156.57
CHF 8,134.56
MX$170,233.81
NOK 94,969.65
SEK 95,538.18
DKK 64,768.08

About the Item

18th Century Dutch Figured Walnut Linen Press with Desk Interior. Masterfully constructed piece which dates from the Neoclassical Period though retains Baroque Origins. Original brasses. Middle Drawer of base reveals a rare desk writing surface and pigeonholes. Upper doors open to linen drawers. The crown has plateaus which traditionally held a Delft garniture set. Quite a commanding piece. Provenance: a Greenwich Collector
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 99 in (251.46 cm)Width: 78 in (198.12 cm)Depth: 28 in (71.12 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1790
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Minor veneer repairs. Finish is Original and fine. Only minor shrinkage. No warping. Brasses retain most of their original gilding. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Essex, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU864550695722

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