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Oak Linen Press / Livery Cupboard
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Oak Linen Press / Livery Cupboard

19th century
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An early 19th century Welsh (Carmarthenshire) oak linen press cupboard, with a pair of double panel doors above a base of seven drawers, on heavy shaped bracket feet.

It is structurally sound, and there is no evidence of any woodworm, ensuring the longevity of the piece.

The Oak finish of the furniture brings out the natural beauty of the wood and adds a touch of warmth and elegance to any home.

In good all around condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
180cm (70.87")
Width
146cm (57.48")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Pap Antiques and Restoration Ltd has dated this Antique Oak Linen Press to the 19th Century.

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SA1063256
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An early 19th century Welsh (Carmarthenshire) oak linen press cupboard, with a pair of double panel doors above a base of seven drawers, on heavy shaped bracket feet.
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It is structurally sound, and there is no evidence of any woodworm, ensuring the longevity of the piece.
Pap Antiques and Restoration Ltd

The Oak finish of the furniture brings out the natural beauty of the wood and adds a touch of warmth and elegance to any home.

In good all around condition.

Height
180cm (70.87")
Width
146cm (57.48")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Pap Antiques and Restoration Ltd has dated this Antique Oak Linen Press to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1063256
Pap Antiques and Restoration Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2022

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A warm brown oak linen press featuring an upper cupboard with double arched panel doors and turned columns over a multi-drawer base.
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Archive I A warm brown oak linen press featuring an upper cupboard with double arched panel doors and turned columns over a multi-drawer base.

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3 Ward Road
Sandy Lane Industrial Estate
Stourport-on-Severn
Worcestershire
DY13 9QB
United Kingdom
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A warm brown oak linen press featuring an upper cupboard with double arched panel doors and turned columns over a multi-drawer base.
Oak Linen Press / Livery Cupboard
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A warm brown oak linen press featuring an upper cupboard with double arched panel doors and turned columns over a multi-drawer base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectLinen Presses
  • Period19th century
  • StyleEnglish Country
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsArched field panels, Turned side columns, Wooden knob handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 180 cm (71 in) x W 146 cm (57 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

This early 19th-century Welsh oak linen press cupboard in the English Country style exhibits a warm brown timber finish that highlights the natural grain. The upper section consists of a pair of doors with arched field panels, flanked by turned side columns beneath a generous cornice moulding. Below this, the chest base contains a configuration of seven drawers fitted with simple round wooden knob handles. The entire structure rests on heavy shaped bracket feet. Practical dimensions are 180 cm high, 146 cm wide, and 54 cm deep. Positioned in a bedroom, dressing room, or spacious hallway, this storage piece provides ample capacity for linens, folded clothing, or everyday items. The substantial timber construction suits traditional or rustic interiors, bringing period character and functional surface space to living areas. The piece is structurally sound and stands in good condition throughout, with no evidence of woodworm.

FAQs

Originating in the seventeenth century, a linen press was primarily designed to store household textiles, sheets, and clothing prior to the widespread use of fitted wardrobes. The upper cupboard section typically contained slides or shelves, while the lower chest provided deep drawers for textiles.

Traditional presses were constructed from solid oak using mortise-and-tenon joinery, hand-carved fielded panels, and hand-cut dovetail joints on internal drawers. Early examples feature oak drawer linings, turned timber handles, and bracket or plinth bases.

Authentic period pieces exhibit signs of age such as natural timber shrinkage across wide panel boards, hand-planed backing boards, irregular dovetail joints, and authentic surface patination around original iron or brass lock plates.

An oak linen press serves as a focal piece in contemporary bedrooms, dining rooms, or hallways. Designers contrast the heavy dark timber with pale plaster walls, natural linen textiles, and minimal modern decorative accents.

Maintain historic oak by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice annually along the wood grain. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber warping and excessive fading.
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