A large oak bookbinder's screw press
19th century
19th century
Of screwed and pegged construction, iron brackets supporting the sides, later brass carrying handles, the central screw topped with baluster-form ornament, together with a faux-book hinged double-sided chess and backgammon board.
height 27in (68.5cm) at lowest setting; width 26in (66cm); depth 15in (38cm)
height 27in (68.5cm) at lowest setting; width 26in (66cm); depth 15in (38cm)
Estimate:
US$ 1,000 - 1,500
£660 - 990
€780 - 1,200
£660 - 990
€780 - 1,200
Category: Collectibles / Maritime
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