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Antique Workshop Book Press Wrought Iron, France, circa 1850
Located in Labrit, Landes
This wrought iron book press was made in the late 19th century in France for a workshop Many parts
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Antique 19th Century French Industrial Antiquities

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Workshop Book Press Wrought Iron, France, circa 1850
Antique Workshop Book Press Wrought Iron, France, circa 1850

Antique Workshop Book Press Wrought Iron, France, circa 1850

H 10.24 in W 14.18 in D 12.21 in
19th Century French Rust Red Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press with Book
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Rust Red Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press with Book
19th Century French Rust Red Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press with Book

19th Century French Rust Red Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press with Book

H 17 in W 15.5 in D 13 in
Belle de Jour: press book cover
Located in London, GB
Original French press book cover for the Classic 1967 French new wave film starring Catherine
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Vintage 1960s French Posters

Belle de Jour: press book cover
Belle de Jour: press book cover

Belle de Jour: press book cover

H 12 in W 19 in D 0.1 in
19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press
19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press

19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press

H 14 in W 14.5 in D 13.5 in
19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 14 in W 14 in D 12 in
19th Century French Black Painted and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The large Classic "Presse a
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Antique Mid-19th Century French More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Black Painted and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Black Painted and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Black Painted and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 13 in W 20 in D 10.25 in
French Oak Book Press
Located in Carson City, NV
This is a weel made French oak book press. This device was used to help attach and compress a
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Antique 19th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Oak

French Oak Book Press
French Oak Book Press

French Oak Book Press

H 56 in W 32 in D 20 in
19th Century French Book Press
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A 19th century French book press, the heavy steel screw / press mechanism suspended within a stout
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Antique 1880s French Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Chestnut

19th Century French Book Press
19th Century French Book Press

19th Century French Book Press

H 75 in W 31 in L 75 in
Vintage French Cast Iron Book Press
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron press from 20th Century France. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in
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20th Century French Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Cast Iron Book Press
Vintage French Cast Iron Book Press

Vintage French Cast Iron Book Press

H 13.8 in W 15.7 in D 13 in
Iron Book Press
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iron book press, originating in France, circa 1890.
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Antique 1890s French Late Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Iron Book Press
Iron Book Press

Iron Book Press

H 16 in W 12 in D 12 in
Vintage Book Press
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage working book press with metal plaque that reads: William Mitchell Birmingham
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Early 20th Century French Books

Materials

Metal

Vintage Book Press
Vintage Book Press

Vintage Book Press

H 13 in W 17 in D 15 in
Antique Workshop Book Press Wrought Iron, France, circa 1850
Located in Labrit, Landes
This wrought iron book press was made in the late 19th century in France for a workshop Patina and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Industrial Antiquities

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Workshop Book Press Wrought Iron, France, circa 1850
Antique Workshop Book Press Wrought Iron, France, circa 1850

Antique Workshop Book Press Wrought Iron, France, circa 1850

H 11.82 in W 13 in D 11.82 in
19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The Classic "presse a relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 13 in W 15 in D 12 in
Large Chromed Antique Bank or Library Book Press from France, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
Weight = 105 lbs This stunning antique chromed book press is much larger than most antique
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Antique 19th Century French Books

Materials

Brass, Chrome, Iron

Large Chromed Antique Bank or Library Book Press from France, 19th Century

Large Chromed Antique Bank or Library Book Press from France, 19th Century

H 16.38 in W 19 in D 11 in
19th Century French Patinated Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Books

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Patinated Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Patinated Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Patinated Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 14 in W 14 in D 12 in
19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 14 in W 15 in D 12 in
19th Century French Silver and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Silver and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Silver and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Silver and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 13 in W 15 in D 13 in
19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press from Paris
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press from Paris
19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press from Paris

19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press from Paris

H 14 in W 15 in D 12.5 in
19th Century French Rust Silver and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Rust Silver and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Rust Silver and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Rust Silver and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 14 in W 14 in D 12.5 in
Mid-19th Century French Wrought Iron Book Binding Press on Oak Stand from Lyon
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in Lyon France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century French Wrought Iron Book Binding Press on Oak Stand from Lyon
Mid-19th Century French Wrought Iron Book Binding Press on Oak Stand from Lyon

Mid-19th Century French Wrought Iron Book Binding Press on Oak Stand from Lyon

H 13.5 in W 17 in D 14 in
1900s French Cast Iron Book Press
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron press from 1900s France. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in such
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Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

1900s French Cast Iron Book Press
1900s French Cast Iron Book Press

1900s French Cast Iron Book Press

H 11.2 in W 15.2 in D 11.8 in
Antique French Cast Iron Book Press
Located in High Point, NC
This cast iron book press with a rich patina was made in France. From the 18th-early 20th century
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Antique French Cast Iron Book Press
Antique French Cast Iron Book Press

Antique French Cast Iron Book Press

H 14.2 in W 14.6 in D 15 in
Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Book Press
Located in London, GB
Antique 19th century French cast iron book press French, 19th century Dimensions: Height 48cm
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Antique 19th Century French Books

Materials

Iron

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Book Press
Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Book Press

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Book Press

H 18.9 in W 14.57 in D 12.6 in
Large French Cast Iron Book Press Ca.1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Large and beautiful detailed binding press made in France (Paris). Made of cast iron and a wooden
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Books

Materials

Iron

Large French Cast Iron Book Press Ca.1850
Large French Cast Iron Book Press Ca.1850

Large French Cast Iron Book Press Ca.1850

H 56.3 in W 29.53 in D 16.93 in
Antique French Cast Iron Book Binding Press, Circa 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron piece, known as a book press, was originally used in banks or libraries used to bind
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Books

Materials

Iron

Antique French Cast Iron Book Binding Press, Circa 1900
Antique French Cast Iron Book Binding Press, Circa 1900

Antique French Cast Iron Book Binding Press, Circa 1900

H 14.25 in W 13.5 in D 12.375 in
Vintage Belgian Cast Iron Book Press
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron press from 20th Century Belgium. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in
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20th Century Belgian French Provincial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Vintage Belgian Cast Iron Book Press
Vintage Belgian Cast Iron Book Press

Vintage Belgian Cast Iron Book Press

H 12.2 in W 17.3 in D 13.8 in
Antique Industrial Book Press Cast Iron, France Bordeaux, circa 1880
Located in Labrit, Landes
This cast iron book press was made in the late 19th century in France for "Imprimerie Papeterie
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Antique Late 19th Century French Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Antique Industrial Book Press Cast Iron, France Bordeaux, circa 1880
Antique Industrial Book Press Cast Iron, France Bordeaux, circa 1880

Antique Industrial Book Press Cast Iron, France Bordeaux, circa 1880

H 13.78 in W 12.01 in D 12.01 in
19th Century French Black Iron and Chrome Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Chrome, Iron

19th Century French Black Iron and Chrome Book Binding Press
19th Century French Black Iron and Chrome Book Binding Press

19th Century French Black Iron and Chrome Book Binding Press

H 12.5 in W 13 in D 12.5 in
19th Century French Brown and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Brown and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Brown and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Brown and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 14 in W 14.5 in D 12.25 in
19th Century, French, Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century, French, Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press
19th Century, French, Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press

19th Century, French, Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press

H 12 in W 14 in D 12 in
19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The Classic "presse a relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 12.75 in W 15 in D 12 in
19th Century French Black Silver and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The Classic "presse a relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Black Silver and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Black Silver and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Black Silver and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 13.5 in W 20.25 in D 11.5 in
19th Century French Patinated Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Patinated Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Patinated Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Patinated Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 15 in W 15 in D 12.5 in
19th Century French Gun Barrel and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Gun Barrel and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Gun Barrel and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Gun Barrel and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

H 14 in W 14 in D 12 in
19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press from Le Mans
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The classic "presse a relier
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press from Le Mans
19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press from Le Mans

19th Century French Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press from Le Mans

H 18 in W 16 in D 11 in
French Forged Iron Book Press, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
An attractive French forged iron book press from the early 1900s. Simple construction in an
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Books

Materials

Iron

French Forged Iron Book Press, Early 1900s
French Forged Iron Book Press, Early 1900s

French Forged Iron Book Press, Early 1900s

H 12 in W 14.5 in D 12.25 in
French Cast Iron Book Press, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
A large industrial antique cast iron and brass book press, French, circa 1900. Sturdy iron build
Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Books

Materials

Brass, Iron

French Cast Iron Book Press, Early 1900s
French Cast Iron Book Press, Early 1900s

French Cast Iron Book Press, Early 1900s

H 17 in W 16 in D 16 in
Vintage Book Press 1
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rusted cast iron book press with turning wheel.
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Vintage 1940s French Books

Vintage Book Press 1
Vintage Book Press 1

Vintage Book Press 1

H 15.5 in W 20 in D 11.5 in
Vintage Book Press 2
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rusted cast iron book press with single turning rod.
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Vintage 1940s French Books

Vintage Book Press 2
Vintage Book Press 2

Vintage Book Press 2

H 14 in W 17 in D 10.75 in
French Napoleon III Iron Book Press, circa 1870s
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful Napoleon III Book Press made of forged iron painted in rust/red tones with intricate
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III More Furniture and Collect...

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Napoleon III Iron Book Press, circa 1870s
French Napoleon III Iron Book Press, circa 1870s

French Napoleon III Iron Book Press, circa 1870s

H 10.5 in W 12.5 in D 14 in
Black Forged Iron Book Press, France, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
A black forged iron Industrial book press from the early 1900s. Beautiful patina on the iron. Squat
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Books

Materials

Iron

Black Forged Iron Book Press, France, Early 1900s
Black Forged Iron Book Press, France, Early 1900s

Black Forged Iron Book Press, France, Early 1900s

H 12 in W 14 in D 12 in
French 19th c. Book Press on original stand
Located in Summerland, CA
A handsome book press on stand. The oak stand opens to reveal storage. The vice is in perfect
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

French 19th c. Book Press on original stand
French 19th c. Book Press on original stand

French 19th c. Book Press on original stand

H 52 in W 19 in D 19 in
Late 19th Century Wooden Book Press Made Into Custom Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 19th Century Wooden Book Press Made Into Custom Floor Lamp Height to top of light socket 55
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Late 19th Century Wooden Book Press Made Into Custom Lamp
Late 19th Century Wooden Book Press Made Into Custom Lamp

Late 19th Century Wooden Book Press Made Into Custom Lamp

H 55 in W 24 in D 13.5 in
French Forged Iron Book Press, Late 1800s
Located in Austin, TX
A fabulous French antique iron book press, circa 1890s. It has an architectural feel, with a square
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Antique Late 19th Century French Industrial Books

Materials

Iron

French Forged Iron Book Press, Late 1800s
French Forged Iron Book Press, Late 1800s

French Forged Iron Book Press, Late 1800s

H 15 in W 14 in D 12 in
French Napoleon III Period Iron Book Press, 1870s
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful book press from the Napoleon III Period made by the Papeterie Generale in Lyon France
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Books

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Period Iron Book Press, 1870s
French Napoleon III Period Iron Book Press, 1870s

French Napoleon III Period Iron Book Press, 1870s

H 14 in W 15 in D 15 in
French Cast Iron Book Press, Fortin & Co, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome antique cast iron book press by Fortin & Co in Paris, French, circa 1900. The iron was
Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Books

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Book Press, Fortin & Co, Early 1900s
French Cast Iron Book Press, Fortin & Co, Early 1900s

French Cast Iron Book Press, Fortin & Co, Early 1900s

H 14 in W 14.5 in D 12.25 in
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French Book Press For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal French book press for your home. Frequently made of metal, iron and wood, every French book press was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect French book press — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each French book press bearing Industrial, Neoclassical or Victorian hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a French Book Press?

Prices for a French book press start at $374 and top out at $7,500 with the average selling for $1,275.
Questions About French Book Press
  • How were book presses used?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A book press was used to bind books with pressure. When a book is placed in the center of the press, the platen is lowered to firmly press the book to hold its shape. Today, book presses are a popular home decor choice for collectors and avid book readers alike. Shop a selection of vintage book presses on 1stDibs.
  • How much does a cast iron book press weigh?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The weight of a cast iron book press will depend on the make and model. Cast iron is a sturdy material and can be heavy. To prevent damage, display cast iron book presses on a strong surface. Find a variety of vintage book presses on 1stDibs.