Linen Presses
18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Linen Presses
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Linen Presses
Bronze
18th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Linen Presses
Oak
19th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Antique Linen Presses
Ebony, Satinwood
1890s English Antique Linen Presses
Brass
19th Century Sri Lankan Dutch Colonial Antique Linen Presses
Ebony, Satinwood
Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Linen Presses
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Linen Presses
Glass, Fruitwood
19th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Antique Linen Presses
Ebony, Satinwood
1780s English Antique Linen Presses
Wood, Mahogany
Late 19th Century English George III Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
18th Century American Chippendale Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
Early 1800s Italian Neoclassical Antique Linen Presses
Mid-18th Century Dutch Neoclassical Antique Linen Presses
Bronze, Ormolu
18th Century French Antique Linen Presses
Walnut
Early 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Antique Linen Presses
Paint, Wood
1850s English William IV Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
19th Century British Antique Linen Presses
Early 17th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Linen Presses
Hardwood, Oak
19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Linen Presses
Bronze
Late 17th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Linen Presses
Rosewood
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Linen Presses
Bronze
1810s American American Colonial Antique Linen Presses
Brass
Late 19th Century English Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany, Yew
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Linen Presses
Walnut
19th Century Dutch Antique Linen Presses
Oak
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Linen Presses
Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Linen Presses
Walnut
1760s Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Linen Presses
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Linen Presses
Ebony, Satinwood, Zebra Wood
1770s English George III Antique Linen Presses
Brass
19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
1820s American American Empire Antique Linen Presses
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Linen Presses
Sycamore
Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Linen Presses
Pine
Late 20th Century American Other Linen Presses
Brass
19th Century English Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
1990s American Chinoiserie Linen Presses
Wood, Lacquer
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Linen Presses
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Linen Presses
Brass
1830s English Antique Linen Presses
Pine
1870s English Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Linen Presses
Walnut
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Linen Presses
Metal
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Linen Presses
Chestnut
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Linen Presses
Bamboo
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Linen Presses
Wrought Iron
Vintage, New and Antique Linen Presses
A vintage, new or antique linen press is a great way to prevent wrinkles while storing linens in a space that will remain dry.
Linen presses are a type of storage cabinet used to store domestic linens such as bedsheets, napkins and tablecloths. Early models had storage space as well as a pressing device, with some also having features that aired the linens. The purpose of these linen presses was to protect and care for valuable textiles.
These cupboards were popular from the 17th century to the 19th century in Europe and the United States, after which more modern options, like wardrobes and ironing boards, were widely adopted.
Early linen presses were often very simple, but over the years they became more complex and ornate with carved wooden details. As they frequently borrow elements from cupboards and wardrobes, linen presses are perfect for adding storage space to a home. Some can display decorative objects like dinnerware while storing sheets and other linen essentials in drawers.
While they have a practical purpose, linen presses can set the tone for a room especially because their large size makes them a focal point. Some have rustic looks, others have polished wood surfaces that reflect light, making a room seem brighter.
On 1stDibs, a range of vintage, new and antique linen presses can be found for anyone in need of a storage solution. They range from mid-century modern linen presses with angular lines, practical features and symmetrical shapes to Rococo pieces with soft lines, carved elements and delicate details.