Linen Press originally from Accomack County Virginia and most likely made in the late 18th century and moved to the Liberty Hall plantation home in Somerset County, Maryland, by the Whealton family. Linen presses were typically designed for storing sheets, napkins, clothing, and other textiles while cupboards were typically designed for displaying dishware, including plates, cups, and saucers.
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Linen Press originally from Accomack County Virginia and most likely made in the late 18th century and moved to the Liberty Hall plantation home in Somerset County, Maryland, by the Whealton family. Linen presses were typically designed for storing sheets, napkins, clothing, and other textiles while cupboards were typically designed for displaying dishware, including plates, cups, and saucers.
Subject
Delmarva History
Description
The linen press and corner cupboard are originally from the Eastern Shore of Virginia and were most likely made in the late 18th century
Source
Nabb Research Center, Nabb Research Center Collection
Date
1775-1800
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Identifier
2016.046.031, 2016.04.0309
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Citation
“Linen Press originally from Accomack County Virginia and most likely made in the late 18th century and moved to the Liberty Hall plantation home in Somerset County, Maryland, by the Whealton family. Linen presses were typically designed for storing sheets, napkins, clothing, and other textiles while cupboards were typically designed for displaying dishware, including plates, cups, and saucers.,” Nabb Research Center Online Exhibits, accessed December 26, 2024, https://libapps.salisbury.edu/nabb-online/items/show/506.