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French Oak Linenpress

19th century
Sold 3 April 2025 · Sussex Antiques and Interiors
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Description

A 19th Century French Solid Oak Linenpress. Lovely forged hinges and handles, fully lockable keys present. We have bleached it for a lighter look and it comes apart into 2 sections for easy access into the home.

In overall excellent original condition.

Height 212 cm

Width 236 cm

Depth Base 61.5 cm

Depth Top 48 cm

Date of Manufacture

Sussex Antiques and Interiors has dated this French Oak Linen Press to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
212cm (83.46")
Width
136cm (53.54")
Depth
61.5cm (24.21")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1104302
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Description
A 19th Century French Solid Oak Linenpress. Lovely forged hinges and handles, fully lockable keys present.
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We have bleached it for a lighter look and it comes apart into 2 sections for easy access into the home.
Sussex Antiques and Interiors

In overall excellent original condition.

Height 212 cm

Width 236 cm

Depth Base 61.5 cm

Depth Top 48 cm

Date of Manufacture

Sussex Antiques and Interiors has dated this French Oak Linen Press to the 19th Century.

Height
212cm (83.46")
Width
136cm (53.54")
Depth
61.5cm (24.21")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1104302
Sussex Antiques and Interiors
Sussex Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2015

4th generation antique dealers offering nice quality pieces in excellent condition ready for the home

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Telephone 07887 548338 or 07795 572221
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Verified Since Sep 2015
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A large antique French oak linen press featuring upper and lower panelled doors, carved mouldings, and exposed metal hardware.
French Oak Linenpress
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A large antique French oak linen press featuring upper and lower panelled doors, carved mouldings, and exposed metal hardware.
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  • ObjectWardrobes & Armoires
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Provincial
  • MaterialOak, Wrought Iron
  • ColourRaw Oak
  • MotifsFielded panels, Fluted pilasters, Wrought iron hardware, Scrolled cornice
  • SizeH 212 cm (83 in) x W 136 cm (54 in) x D 61.5 cm (24 in)

FAQs

Linen presses originated in Europe as specialized cabinetry designed to store household textiles, folded linen, and garments flat under pressure before the widespread use of irons.

Authentic period pieces are typically constructed from solid regional hardwoods like European oak, utilizing traditional joinery such as mortise and tenon joints, hand-cut dovetails for drawers, and pegged frames.

Authentication involves inspecting the wood for age-related patination, tool marks from hand planes, irregular hand-wrought iron hardware, and timber shrinkage consistent with centuries of natural drying.

Pairing a substantial wooden cabinet with minimalist contemporary furniture and neutral walls allows the historic texture and natural grain of the timber to serve as a grounding focal point in the room.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber splitting, and occasionally treating the wood with microcrystalline wax to nourish the surface.
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