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William IV Flame Mahogany Linen Press
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William IV Flame Mahogany Linen Press

19th century
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William IV Flame Mahogany Linen Press with Carved Pediment

Item Code: S27-74

A fine William IV flame mahogany linen press of impressive scale, displaying beautifully figured timbers throughout and a rich polished finish. The upper section is fitted with a pair of arched panelled cupboard doors, flanked by carved column supports and decorative foliate corner detail. Below are three long drawers, each with turned wooden handles and central key escutcheons, raised on a moulded plinth base with turned bun feet.

The linen press is surmounted by a highly decorative carved pediment, giving the piece strong architectural presence. The pediment is removable, reducing the overall height from 256cm to 225cm, which may assist with transport and placement.

A substantial and decorative antique linen press, well suited to a bedroom, dressing room, country house interior, boutique retail display, or period-inspired furnishing scheme.

Key Features:

William IV period linen press

Beautifully figured flame mahogany veneers throughout

Pair of arched panelled cupboard doors

Three long lower drawers

Turned wooden drawer handles

Decorative carved foliate detail to the corners

Carved removable pediment

Moulded cornice and plinth base

Raised on turned bun feet

Rich polished finish

Good storage and strong decorative presence

Minor wear commensurate with age and use

Dimensions:

Width: 156cm

Depth: 67cm

Height: 256cm including carved pediment

Height without carved pediment: 225cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
225cm (88.58")
Width
156cm (61.42")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Declaration

FB Antiques has dated this Flame Mahogany Linen Press to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220075
Dealers Internal Reference
S27-74
Description
William IV Flame Mahogany Linen Press with Carved Pediment

Item Code: S27-74

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A fine William IV flame mahogany linen press of impressive scale, displaying beautifully figured timbers throughout and a rich polished finish.
FB Antiques

The upper section is fitted with a pair of arched panelled cupboard doors, flanked by carved column supports and decorative foliate corner detail. Below are three long drawers, each with turned wooden handles and central key escutcheons, raised on a moulded plinth base with turned bun feet.

fig 1. A William IV flame mahogany linen press with a carved scroll cresting, double arched panel doors, and a lower chest of drawers on turned feet.
fig 1. William IV Flame Mahogany Linen Press

The linen press is surmounted by a highly decorative carved pediment, giving the piece strong architectural presence. The pediment is removable, reducing the overall height from 256cm to 225cm, which may assist with transport and placement.

fig 2. A William IV flame mahogany linen press with a carved scroll cresting, double arched panel doors, and a lower chest of drawers on turned feet.
fig 2. William IV Flame Mahogany Linen Press

A substantial and decorative antique linen press, well suited to a bedroom, dressing room, country house interior, boutique retail display, or period-inspired furnishing scheme.

Key Features:

William IV period linen press

fig 3. A William IV flame mahogany linen press with a carved scroll cresting, double arched panel doors, and a lower chest of drawers on turned feet.
fig 3. William IV Flame Mahogany Linen Press

Beautifully figured flame mahogany veneers throughout

Pair of arched panelled cupboard doors

Three long lower drawers

Turned wooden drawer handles

Decorative carved foliate detail to the corners

Carved removable pediment

fig 4. A William IV flame mahogany linen press with a carved scroll cresting, double arched panel doors, and a lower chest of drawers on turned feet.
fig 4. William IV Flame Mahogany Linen Press

Moulded cornice and plinth base

Raised on turned bun feet

Rich polished finish

Good storage and strong decorative presence

Minor wear commensurate with age and use

Dimensions:

Width: 156cm

Depth: 67cm

Height: 256cm including carved pediment

Height without carved pediment: 225cm

Height
225cm (88.58")
Width
156cm (61.42")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Flame Mahogany Linen Press to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220075
Dealers Internal Ref
S27-74
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Archive I A William IV flame mahogany linen press with a carved scroll cresting, double arched panel doors, and a lower chest of drawers on turned feet.

William IV Flame Mahogany Linen Press

Archive II A William IV flame mahogany linen press with a carved scroll cresting, double arched panel doors, and a lower chest of drawers on turned feet. View II
Archive III A William IV flame mahogany linen press with a carved scroll cresting, double arched panel doors, and a lower chest of drawers on turned feet. View III
Archive IV A William IV flame mahogany linen press with a carved scroll cresting, double arched panel doors, and a lower chest of drawers on turned feet. View IV
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A William IV flame mahogany linen press with a carved scroll cresting, double arched panel doors, and a lower chest of drawers on turned feet.
William IV Flame Mahogany Linen Press
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A linen press is a substantial cabinet traditionally crafted in two parts, featuring an upper cupboard fitted with slides or shelves above a lower chest of drawers. Popular from the 18th to the 19th century, it was primarily designed for storing household linens, bedding, and folded garments.

High-quality 19th-century linen presses were predominantly built using mahogany, often featuring flame mahogany veneers on the door panels and drawer fronts. Secondary timbers such as pine, oak, or deal were commonly used for internal drawer linings and back panels.

Authentic William IV pieces from the 1830s feature characteristic design traits such as heavy classical proportions, carved scroll pediments, arched panelled doors, and turned feet. Look for hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass locks, and natural oxidation on the interior secondary woods.

A mahogany linen press can serve as a focal point in a master bedroom, guest room, or wide hallway, offering both functional storage and architectural presence. Pair it with neutral wall palettes, textured linen soft furnishings, and brass accents to balance the dark timber tones.

Dust the timber regularly with a clean, dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the finish. Avoid placing the press in direct sunlight or near heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage and veneer movement.
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