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C19th Linen Press Cupboard by Heals
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C19th Linen Press Cupboard by Heals

19th century
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Circa 1880 mahogany of good colour and figure, the "plum-pudding" figured top over 2 panel doors enclosing 4 mahogany slides raised on plinth base, all the quality to be expected , stamped "Heals, London"

Physical Dimensions
Height
128cm (50.39")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
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Antiques Decorative has dated this Victorian Mahogany Linen Press to the 1880s.

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Description
Circa 1880 mahogany of good colour and figure, the "plum-pudding" figured top over 2 panel doors enclosing 4 mahogany slides raised on plinth base, all the quality to be expected , stamped "Heals, London"
Height
128cm (50.39")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative has dated this Victorian Mahogany Linen Press to the 1880s.

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SA1213531
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A 19th-century Victorian mahogany linen press cupboard featuring flame mahogany door panels resting on a solid plinth base.
C19th linen press cupboard by Heals
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A linen press is a traditional piece of storage furniture designed specifically to hold household linens, sheets, and clothing. Popular throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, these cupboards feature a two-door upper section fitted with internal slides, shelves, or drawers.

19th-century linen presses were typically constructed using high-quality hardwoods such as flame mahogany, oak, or walnut. Internal components, such as drawer linings and sliding trays, often utilised secondary woods like pine or oak, joined with hand-cut dovetails and solid brass fittings.

Authentic Victorian examples often feature hand-planed backboards, original brass lock mechanisms, and timber shrinkage marks consistent with age. Look for makers marks or stamped metal plaques from recognised cabinetmakers of the era, alongside traditional hand-cut joinery.

An antique mahogany linen press serves as a prominent focal point in a contemporary bedroom, hallway, or living space. It offers practical concealed storage for modern items while adding warm wood tones and historical structure to neutral schemes.

Dust the cabinet exterior regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a beeswax polish once or twice a year following the wood grain. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and radiators to prevent timber movement, cracking, and surface finish degradation.
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