A handsome late Regency mahogany linen press of excellent colour and patination, dating to circa 1820. This versatile piece comes apart in three sections for ease of movement – a base with drawers, the central carcass, and the arched pediment top with carved detail.The upper section opens to reveal a fitted interior with original sliding trays, these slides can be easily removed and replaced with a hanging rail if preferred, making the piece suitable as either a traditional linen press or wardrobe.The base is fitted with an arrangement of two short drawers over two long drawers, all with cockbeaded fronts and retaining their original turned mahogany handles. A brass closing strip runs vertically between the doors, with original lock.The press stands on well-carved Regency feet with acanthus detail.The mahogany throughout has developed a particularly rich and interesting grain, with fine figuring across the doors and drawer fronts, and retains a pleasing warm colour....