Heavy Antique Book Press, English, Cast Iron, Binding, Flower Pressing, Georgian
Our Stock # 18.7960
This is a heavy antique book press. An English, cast iron binding or flower pressing device, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.
- Indulge your literary interests with this fascinating antique press
- Displays a desirable aged patina throughout and in working order
- Stout cast iron presented in a delightfully weathered manner
- Superb industrial weight of 85.7kg (188.93 lb)
- Brass finial and grips show bright golden hues - indent from a mallet blow tells a story
- Large screw mechanism with central ratchet operates the top plate
- Presses books up to 7.5cm (3") thick at maximum articulation
- Also an accomplished device for pressing flowers
This is a fascinating antique book press, sure to delight bibliophiles or institutions alike. Delivered polished and ready for to display or enjoy.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 61cm (24'')
Max Depth: 33cm (13'')
Max Height: 53.5cm (21'')
Plate Width: 46cm (18'')
Plate Depth: 30.5cm (12'')
Max Book Thickness: 7.5cm (3'')
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We ship to the U.K. and internationally every week. We hand deliver most of our U.K. orders. Deliveries take approximately ten to fifteen working days to arrive at your door from receipt of order.
Internationally, our price includes our specialist packing service and all pre-shipment paperwork. We ship with all the major carriers; FedEx, UPS, DHL etc and shipments are fully tracked and insured. Deliveries take approximately ten to fifteen working days to arrive at your door from receipt of order.
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