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18th Century Antique Welsh Oak Linen Press or Livery Cupboard

18th century
Sold 17 May 2025 · Penderyn Antiques
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An attractive 18th century antique Welsh oak linen press or livery cupboard. The antique Welsh oak linen press cupboard has a cavetto cornice with two blind panelled cupboard doors between an inlaid column to the top section. The cupboard doors open to reveal a large spacious interior, with its original wooden hanging hooks, and a modern hanging rail to the top. There is further decorative panelling to the base and sides of the oak linen press. The antique oak cupboard separates into two parts for ease of transport and movement. Complete with working lock and key. Provenance: Contents of Machen House, County Borough of Caerphilly, Wales.

Item Ref; M-4351

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DIMENSIONS:

Height – 182cm / Width – 136cm / Depth – 54.5cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks, scratches and shrinkage splits to the front and sides (pictured). There are also minor losses to the feet (pictured), however the antique oak linen press cupboard remains structurally solid and sound. There is evidence of historic woodworm to the back, however this is now long gone and has been fully treated as a precaution. Complete with working lock and key. Overall, a clean example.

Our carpenter inspects, repairs, and restores our items, so you can have full confidence that what you buy from us is ready for your home!

We ask that you take the time to look at all the photos as they form part of the description and condition report of the item.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
182cm (71.65")
Width
136cm (53.54")
Depth
54.5cm (21.46")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Linen Press to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA937350
Dealers Internal Reference
M-4351
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description
An attractive 18th century antique Welsh oak linen press or livery cupboard.
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The antique Welsh oak linen press cupboard has a cavetto cornice with two blind panelled cupboard doors between an inlaid column to the top section.
Penderyn Antiques

The cupboard doors open to reveal a large spacious interior, with its original wooden hanging hooks, and a modern hanging rail to the top. There is further decorative panelling to the base and sides of the oak linen press. The antique oak cupboard separates into two parts for ease of transport and movement. Complete with working lock and key. Provenance: Contents of Machen House, County Borough of Caerphilly, Wales.

fig 1. A large 18th-century Welsh oak linen press featuring raised fielded panels, double upper doors, and a lower box base.
fig 1. 18th Century Antique Welsh Oak Linen Press or Livery Cupboard

Item Ref; M-4351

DIMENSIONS:

Height – 182cm / Width – 136cm / Depth – 54.5cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks, scratches and shrinkage splits to the front and sides (pictured). There are also minor losses to the feet (pictured), however the antique oak linen press cupboard remains structurally solid and sound. There is evidence of historic woodworm to the back, however this is now long gone and has been fully treated as a precaution. Complete with working lock and key. Overall, a clean example.

fig 2. A large 18th-century Welsh oak linen press featuring raised fielded panels, double upper doors, and a lower box base.
fig 2. 18th Century Antique Welsh Oak Linen Press or Livery Cupboard

Our carpenter inspects, repairs, and restores our items, so you can have full confidence that what you buy from us is ready for your home!

We ask that you take the time to look at all the photos as they form part of the description and condition report of the item.

Height
182cm (71.65")
Width
136cm (53.54")
Depth
54.5cm (21.46")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Linen Press to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA937350
Dealers Internal Ref
M-4351
Penderyn Antiques
Penderyn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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A large 18th-century Welsh oak linen press featuring raised fielded panels, double upper doors, and a lower box base.
18th Century Antique Welsh Oak Linen Press or Livery Cupboard
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCupboards
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian Country
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFielded panels, Pegged joinery, Moulded cornice, Brass escutcheons
  • SizeH 182 cm (72 in) x W 136 cm (54 in) x D 54.5 cm (21 in)

FAQs

Welsh linen presses developed primarily in the 17th and 18th centuries as utilitarian storage furniture for rural farmhouses and cottages, designed to store household linen and textiles before the widespread use of fitted wardrobes.

These pieces are traditionally constructed from solid native timber, predominantly oak, utilizing mortise and tenon joinery, pegged framing, and hand-panelled doors rather than modern mechanical fasteners.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate tool marks, hand-cut joinery, timber shrinkage and oxidisation consistent with age, hand- wrought iron hardware, and construction methods characteristic of regional cabinet makers.

Position the piece as a focal point in a large hallway or living area to contrast its dark, organic grain against neutral walls, allowing its substantial architectural scale to anchor the room.

Maintain antique timber by avoiding direct sunlight and excessive temperature fluctuations, and periodically nourish the wood with natural beeswax while avoiding modern silicone-based polishes.
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