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A Fine Marquetry Inlaid Writing Table
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
for sale €11,115     $12,065
£9,500
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.

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A Fine Marquetry Inlaid Writing Table

19th century
Description

Employing fine veneers of kingwood and tulipwood alongside various specimen woods encompassed in the marquetry, the end support ormolu-mounted table having downward curved scrolling feet with decorative finials, the waisted supports with male masks on a quarter-veneered and crossbanded ground; above, the writing platform with canted corners with its original green leather tooled top within a floral marquetry border, a lockable drawer incorporated within the frieze of conforming style.

Circa 1850

Currently in unrestored original condition, please contact us for further information.

Physical Dimensions
Height
72.5cm (28.54")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. has dated this Marquetry Inlaid Writing Table to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161545
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8423
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This item is currently in its original, unrestored condition. Please contact us for further information.

We are also happy to arrange door to door shipping for any item to any destination in the UK or worldwide, please get in touch if you have any questions.

Description
Employing fine veneers of kingwood and tulipwood alongside various specimen woods encompassed in the marquetry, the end support ormolu-mounted table having downward curved scrolling feet with decorative finials, the waisted supports with male masks on a quarter-veneered and crossbanded ground; above, the writing platform with canted corners with its original green leather tooled top within a floral marquetry border, a lockable drawer incorporated within the frieze of conforming style.

Circa 1850

Currently in unrestored original condition, please contact us for further information.

Height
72.5cm (28.54")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. has dated this Marquetry Inlaid Writing Table to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161545
Dealers Internal Ref
8423
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

18th and 18th century english, french & italian furniture & decorative arts

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Butchoff Antiques Ltd. Profile Page

Trade Associations

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA 

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Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 020 7221 8174 or 07974 575 554
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154 Kensington Church Street
London
W8 4BN
United Kingdom
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An ornate 19th-century French style marquetry writing table featuring a green leather top, gilt-bronze mounts, and scrolled end supports.
A Fine Marquetry Inlaid Writing Table
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An ornate 19th-century French style marquetry writing table featuring a green leather top, gilt-bronze mounts, and scrolled end supports.
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A French marquetry writing table is a formal desk characterised by intricate wood veneer patterns, often displaying floral or scrollwork designs. Developed prominently during the 17th and 18th centuries and revived in the 19th century, these tables frequently incorporate gilt-bronze mounts and an inset leather writing surface.

These tables are constructed using a secondary wood frame covered in exotic hardwood veneers such as walnut, kingwood, or rosewood. Decorative elements include cast brass or bronze ormolu mounts, marquetry using contrasting woods, and a tool-gilded leather insert on the writing top.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut marquetry veneers, dovetail joint construction on drawers, and heavy, hand-chased gilt-bronze mounts secured with slotted screws. Natural age patina, slight irregularities in wood grain, and historical wear on the underside confirm period manufacture.

A marquetry table can serve as a focal point in a home office, hallway, or living room space. Positioning the table away from walls allows the dual-sided marquetry and sculpted supports to be viewed from all angles, paired with subtle contemporary lighting.

Keep the table in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent veneer movement and leather cracking. Clean the wood surfaces with a soft microfibre cloth, apply natural beeswax sparingly, and treat the leather with specialized hide balm.
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