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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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19thC English Mahogany Painted Linen Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880
19thC English Mahogany Painted Linen Cabinet (green/blue)
sku 2114
Together W131 x D64 x H205.5 cm
Base W127 x D63.5 x H88 cm
Top W131 x D64 x H117.5 cm
Weight 170Kg
Category
Antique 19th Century Linen Presses
Materials
Mahogany
A substantial Period Oak Linen Cabinet / Armoire c.1780
Located in Pomona, CA
A large solid oak Storage Armoire / Linen Cabinet / possible Kitchen Cabinet ?. A 2 part cabinet with open upper space for hanging clothes that extends into the lower section.
Category
Antique 1780s British Georgian Linen Presses
Materials
Oak
Spectacular Chinoiserie Asian Tall Linen Cabinet
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning well-carved walnut Chinoiserie decorated China closet cabinet. We love everything about this beautifully decorated Chinese linen cabinet from the well-carved legs and stretc...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$3,080 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 19th Century Pine Linen Cabinet / Armoire
Located in Pomona, CA
A French Pine Armoire / Linen Cabinet. Fielded (raised) panel) doors. A decorated cornice and 4 drawers below.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Pine
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, this linen cabinet was built in solid oak and comprised of two pieces.
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
