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Original Painted Linen Cupboard
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Original Painted Linen Cupboard

19th century
For Sale by Arcadia Antiques
Description

Early 19th C original painted linen cupboard. 1820.

Reference: 6943

Dimensions

49 inches (124 cms) Wide

21.5 inches (55 cms) Deep

78.5 inches (199 cms) High

Physical Dimensions
Height
199cm (78.35")
Width
124cm (48.82")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Antique Painted Linen Press to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA818887
Dealers Internal Reference
6943
Description
Early 19th C original painted linen cupboard. 1820.

Reference: 6943

Dimensions

49 inches (124 cms) Wide

21.5 inches (55 cms) Deep

78.5 inches (199 cms) High

Height
199cm (78.35")
Width
124cm (48.82")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Antique Painted Linen Press to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA818887
Dealers Internal Ref
6943
Arcadia Antiques
Arcadia Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles.
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Archive I An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles.

Original Painted Linen Cupboard

Archive II An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles. View II
Archive III An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles. View III
Archive IV An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles. View IV
Archive V An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles. View V
Archive VI An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles. View VI
Archive VII An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles. View VII
Archive VIII An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles. View VIII
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Arcadia Antiques
Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923
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Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/arcadia
Verified Since Jun 2009
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Location: Westfields Farm, Fosse Way, Radford Semele, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 1XL,
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An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles.
Original Painted Linen Cupboard
Ref: SA818887
An antique dark red painted wooden linen press with two upper cupboard doors and four lower drawers with turned wooden handles.
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  • ObjectLinen Presses
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian Country
  • MaterialPine, Paint, Metal
  • ColourDark Red
  • MotifsPanel doors, Turned wooden knobs, Shaped apron, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 199 cm (78 in) x W 124 cm (49 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This early 19th-century Georgian Country linen cupboard is fashioned from pine with an original dark red painted finish, showing rustic character across its surfaces. The upper section comprises two tall panel doors fitted with small round dark metal knobs and key escutcheons, opening to storage space. Below the cabinet are two half-width small drawers over two full-width long drawers, all fitted with turned wooden pull knobs. The piece stands on shaped bracket feet with a curved apron along the base. Visible details include grain variation in the timber, subtle wear to the paint, and traditional mortise-and-tenon construction. The overall dimensions measure 199 cm high, 124 cm wide, and 55 cm deep. In a modern interior, this sizeable storage piece functions well in a bedroom, landing, or hallway to hold linens, clothing, or household items. The traditional country aesthetic complements rustic, period, or eclectic home settings while providing substantial vertical storage space.

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A linen press is a traditional piece of storage furniture designed during the 18th and 19th centuries to hold household linens, sheets, and clothing. It typically features an upper two-door cupboard housing shelves or slides, sitting atop a base chest of drawers.

Country linen cupboards were commonly constructed from regional softwoods such as pine or hardwoods like oak. They were frequently finished with hand-mixed paint, scumbled glazes, or oil-based finishes to protect the timber and add colour to vernacular interiors.

Authentic period pieces show signs of hand-construction, including hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, turned wooden handles, and hand-planed backboards. Original paint finishes typically exhibit natural surface wear, craquelure, and slight discolouration around areas of frequent contact.

A painted linen press serves as a functional focal point in a hallway, bedroom, or dining space, anchoring minimalist schemes with warm texture. Pair it with neutral textiles, modern artwork, or woven vessels to balance historical character with contemporary aesthetics.

To preserve original paintwork, dust surfaces gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical detergents or moisture. Position the piece away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent paint flaking, wood warping, or timber shrinkage.
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