French Book Press

Vintage working book press with metal plaque that reads: William Mitchell
Birmingham & London

Add authentic character to a study or library with this antique French bookbinding press crafted circa 1860. Known as a “presse à relier,” the piece is forged from solid wrought iron.

This wrought iron book press was made in the late 19th century in France for a workshop Patina and signs of use which make this antique object very characterful.

This wrought iron book press was made in the late 19th century in France for a workshop Many parts of this object are worked, which makes it a very beautiful piece, very characterfu...

This early 20th century French cast iron book press is a striking example of functional industrial design elevated by strong architectural form.

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

Weight = 105 lbs This stunning antique chromed book press is much larger than most antique presses that you can find today.

In the old days, this kind of "Presse a Papier" was used to press the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of "Presses a Papier" were used to press the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

A cast iron press from 1900s France. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in such places as banks or libraries, this unique antiquity suggests a niche function, while pro...

This cast iron book press with a rich patina was made in France.

Antique 19th century French cast iron book press French, 19th century Dimensions: Height 48cm, width 37cm, depth 32cm Crafted from strong cast iron, this beautiful piece is a bo...

Large and beautiful detailed binding press made in France (Paris). Made of cast iron and a wooden base.

This wrought iron book press was made in the late 19th century in France for a workshop Many parts of this object are worked, which makes it a very beautiful piece, very characterful.

This cast iron piece, known as a book press, was originally used in banks or libraries used to bind documents and books with significant force.

This cast iron book press was made in the late 19th century in France for "Imprimerie Papeterie Maurice Chevallier" in Bordeaux.

A cast iron press from 20th Century Belgium. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in such places as banks or libraries, this unique antiquity suggests a niche function, w...

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of "Presses a Papier" were used to press the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of "Presses a Papier" were used to press the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of "Presses a Papier" were used to press the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of "Presses a Papier" were used to press the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

In the old days, this kind of device was used to press together the book's sheets together before receiving a bookbinding.

An attractive French forged iron book press from the early 1900s.

A large industrial antique cast iron and brass book press, French, circa 1900. Sturdy iron build with lightly molded square base, two stout posts joined by a thick lintel, and iron p...

Rusted cast iron book press with turning wheel.

Rusted cast iron book press with single turning rod.

A beautiful Napoleon III Book Press made of forged iron painted in rust/red tones with intricate carvings of scrolls and floral motifs. The press is in working order.

A black forged iron Industrial book press from the early 1900s. Beautiful patina on the iron. Squat shape with an Industrial aesthetic. The base is square with light molding. Curved,...

A handsome book press on stand. The oak stand opens to reveal storage. The vice is in perfect condition. A perfect addition to any library or study

Late 19th Century Wooden Book Press Made Into Custom Floor Lamp Height to top of light socket 55'' height of press 35'' Needs a larger shade

A fabulous French antique iron book press, circa 1890s. It has an architectural feel, with a square base flanked by rising arms and a minimal arch.

A beautiful book press from the Napoleon III Period made by the Papeterie Generale in Lyon France.

A handsome antique cast iron book press by Fortin & Co in Paris, French, circa 1900.