Carved decoration which resembles folded linen.

Gothic carved decoration in the imitation of folded cloth in the upright position (on a panel, cupboard etc..). Probably originating following the pattern of folded napkins on the chalice in the Catholic ritual. Most often, linenfold is found in Oak and on Tudor furniture.

Gothic ornamental panel treatment representing the folds of linen, probably after the folded napkin on the chalice in the Catholic ritual.