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Why is it called a linen press?
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A linen press is called that because of its original function. During the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, people used linen presses to smooth or press away wrinkles from tablecloths, bedding and other linens. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of linen presses.
1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
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Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Walnut Tallboy / Linen Cabinet Press
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco walnut tallboy or linen cabinet from the quality furniture makers Aw Lyn - circa 1930
Category
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Linen Presses
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Edwardian Tallboy / Linen Cabinet Press, 1910s
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality mahogany inlaid tallboy or housekeeper’s cupboard, circa 1910s
Internally there's a shelf and three drawers to the outside
The original key is present and t...
Category
Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Linen Presses
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Spectacular Chinoiserie Asian Tall Linen Cabinet
Located in Pemberton, NJ
this beautifully decorated Chinese linen cabinet from the well-carved legs and stretchers to the
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets
Materials
Brass
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Late 17th Century Antique Dutch Oak Linen Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic and unusual Antique Dark Oak Linen Cabinet. Constructed during the late 17th century
Category
Antique Late 17th Century American Dutch Colonial Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Chippendale Linen Cabinet Mahogany Closet Cupboard Lambs of Manchester
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This high quality linen cabinet was made by lambs of manchester.
Standing upon ogee bracket feet
Category
Antique Early 1900s Chippendale Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Chippendale Linen Cabinet Mahogany Closet Cupboard Lambs of Manchester
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This high quality linen cabinet was made by lambs of manchester.
Standing upon ogee bracket feet
Category
Antique Early 1900s Chippendale Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
