19TH CENTURY FRENCH BOOK PRESS Bistro/Cafe One stamped with the makers

One stamped with the makers mark P

Set of six

round silverplate dish with two elegant swan handles

Some pitting and wear to pewter

19TH CENTURY FRENCH BOOK PRESS Bistro/Cafe One stamped with the makersBeautiful French cast iron book press . This highly decorative iron Presse a Relier features foliate and beaded decor, the top is connected to the manual screw controlled by a wide top handle also beautifully decorated. The top plate features red painted banding. It is black with a rich bronze patinated painted finish. This wonderful accessory would look perfect in a study, library or den! Originally this device was used to press book sheets together