Skip to main content

Antique Book Press

to
11
130
51
116
43
43
36
36
29
15
10
9
8
8
7
7
7
7
5
4
4
3
3
3
3
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
Sort By
Antique book press.
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Books sold separately.
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Book Press

Metal book press
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bold decorative metal bookpress from Belgium. Great for decorative element in bookcase.
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Book Press

Materials

Steel

French Cast Iron Book Press, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
A large industrial antique cast iron and brass book press, French, circa 1900. Sturdy iron build
Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Book Press

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century English Mahogany Book Press with Three Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th century English mahogany linen press with three drawers.
Category

19th Century English Antique Book Press

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Late 19th Century Wooden Book Press Made Into Custom Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 19th Century Wooden Book Press Made Into Custom Floor Lamp Height to top of light socket 55
Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Book Press

Black Forged Iron Book Press, France, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
A black forged iron Industrial book press from the early 1900s. Beautiful patina on the iron. Squat
Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Book Press

Materials

Iron

Large Old Book Press on Stand
Located in Pasadena, CA
Real Industrially decorative. Opens to about 4" . Quite heavy. Press lifts off base.
Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Book Press

Materials

Iron, Steel

Original Laundry Press or Book Press Antique, circa 1900
Located in Senden, NRW
Mechanical laundry presses on the spindle principle were already produced in the middle ages until
Category

Early 1900s Jugendstil Antique Book Press

Materials

Oak

Large Folio Binding Press
Located in North Egremont, MA
Fantastically scaled chestnut book binding press, acorn finial, iron re-enforcement plate on one
Category

19th Century American Antique Book Press

Materials

Iron

Large Antique Perko Combination Nautical Navigation Lamp
Located in Palm City, FL
World Book Two", Gold Hill Press, 2004. On page 88, he identifies the Vogel - Durable -lamp saying that
Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Book Press

Italian Book Press and Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Fantastic book press with brass crank handles from Italy. On three drawer base.
Category

19th Century Italian Antique Book Press

Materials

Brass

Antique Cast iron Book Press
By Bradley Hubbard
Located in Newtown, CT
Antique cast iron book press, most likely Bradley and Hubbard. It is 19" wide x 13" high x 11.5
Category

1890s American Victorian Antique Book Press

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Period Iron Book Press, 1870s
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful book press from the Napoleon III Period made by the Papeterie Generale in Lyon France
Category

1870s French Napoleon III Antique Book Press

Materials

Iron

French Forged Iron Book Press, Late 1800s
Located in Austin, TX
A fabulous French antique iron book press, circa 1890s. It has an architectural feel, with a square
Category

Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique Book Press

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Book Press, Fortin Co, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome antique cast iron book press by Fortin & Co in Paris, French, circa 1900. The iron was
Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Book Press

Materials

Iron

Ball and Lever Book Press
Located in Aurora, OR
Less typical than the wheel style of press, this cast iron book or copy press was an indispensable
Category

Late 19th Century Industrial Antique Book Press

Materials

Iron

19th Century Belgian Book Press
Located in Antwerp, BE
A very decorative object circa 1860 Antwerp, Belgium. Antwerp was the center for book printing from
Category

1860s Belgian Antique Book Press

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Antique Book Press", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Antique Book Press For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique book press you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and wood, every antique book press was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique book press, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique book press, designed in the Industrial, Georgian or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Hooper Sons and Standard Co. each produced at least one beautiful antique book press that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Book Press?

Prices for an antique book press start at $285 and top out at $28,422 with the average selling for $1,348.
Questions About Antique Book Press
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The weight of a cast iron book press will depend on the make and model. Cast iron is a sturdy material and can be heavy. To prevent damage, display cast iron book presses on a strong surface. Find a variety of vintage book presses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A book press was used to bind books with pressure. When a book is placed in the center of the press, the platen is lowered to firmly press the book to hold its shape. Today, book presses are a popular home decor choice for collectors and avid book readers alike. Shop a selection of vintage book presses on 1stDibs.