Antique Linen Presses
18th Century Dutch Antique Linen Presses
Oak
Mid-19th Century American Early Victorian Antique Linen Presses
Brass
19th Century American American Classical Antique Linen Presses
Wood
19th Century Dutch Louis XV Antique Linen Presses
Brass
18th Century and Earlier Dutch Antique Linen Presses
Pine
19th Century English Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany, Maple
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Linen Presses
Satinwood
19th Century Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Linen Presses
Oak
18th Century and Earlier Dutch Antique Linen Presses
Pine
1880s Victorian Antique Linen Presses
Wood
18th Century and Earlier Dutch Antique Linen Presses
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
1790s Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English George III Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
19th Century Belgian Louis XVI Antique Linen Presses
Wood, Paint
1840s Dutch Rococo Antique Linen Presses
Oak
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Linen Presses
Walnut
18th Century and Earlier English Antique Linen Presses
Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Linen Presses
Brass
19th Century Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Linen Presses
Pine
18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Linen Presses
Wood
Mid-19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
19th Century British Antique Linen Presses
Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Antique Linen Presses
Paint
19th Century Regency Antique Linen Presses
Paint
Mid-19th Century Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English William and Mary Antique Linen Presses
Yew
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
1760s English Chippendale Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Baroque Revival Antique Linen Presses
Wood
18th Century and Earlier English Antique Linen Presses
Late 19th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Linen Presses
Birch
18th Century French Provincial Antique Linen Presses
Walnut
18th Century Dutch Antique Linen Presses
Oak
1850s Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
Late 19th Century European Antique Linen Presses
Pine
Mid-19th Century American American Empire Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Linen Presses
Walnut
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
19th Century English Regency Antique Linen Presses
Other
Early 19th Century English Antique Linen Presses
Brass
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Linen Presses
Wood
1780s English George III Antique Linen Presses
Ormolu
18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Linen Presses
Brass
Mid-19th Century American American Empire Antique Linen Presses
Marble
19th Century American American Empire Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Antique Linen Presses
Walnut
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Linen Presses
Birch
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Linen Presses
Wood, Paint
19th Century Montenegrin Antique Linen Presses
Oak
1770s Welsh Georgian Antique Linen Presses
Oak
Mid-19th Century Peruvian George III Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
1820s Regency Antique Linen Presses
Mahogany
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
- What is a linen press?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A linen press is a large cabinet that holds domestic linens. The term can also denote a screw press used to keep linens neatly folded.
- Why is it called a linen press?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023A linen press is called that because of its original function. During the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, people used linen presses to smooth or press away wrinkles from tablecloths, bedding and other linens. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of linen presses.
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