Fine Quality Early C19th Regency Period Mahogany 6-Drawer ‘Partners’ Writing or Library Table .

Fine quality early C19th Regency period mahogany 6-drawer ‘partners’ writing or library table.

Double-sided mahogany writing table , each side fitted with 3 mahogany-lined , ‘cock-beaded’ drawers , all retaining their original turned mahogany knob-pull handles and fitted with brass locks and escutcheons. Raised on turned and finely reeded tapering legs fitted with brass socket castors and wheels with unusual fluted detail .

The corners of the table with flame mahogany veneered panel reserves or tablets , having a reeded moulding around the lower edge .

The top with a reeded edge surround . Having a faded blind-tooled leather inset writing surface within the broad mahogany band , which would benefit perhaps from re-colouring or replacing.

In excellent, original fresh-to-market ‘dry’ condition, retaining its original polish and surface . Has achieved a desirable rich colour and patina.

The table bears many of the attributes of the esteemed cabinet-making firm Gillows of Lancaster.

*Provenance : An Oxfordshire country house.

H 30”

W 60”

D 39”

England c.1820

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

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Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

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Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.