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Mein of Kelso Rosewood Library Table
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Mein of Kelso Rosewood Library Table

18th century
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Circa 1815. A rosewood freestanding library table probably by ‘James Mein of Kelso’, the rectangular top with rounded corners in book matched rosewood, the frieze with a pair of drawers on one side and faux drawers on the other side, the overlapping top with foliate carved brackets, supported on a pair of tapering trestles with foliate carving, with buttresses and classic dragooning, all resting on a platform base with rounded corners, simple moulding with a polished frieze sitting on four fluted feet with original concealed castors.

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
145cm (57.09")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
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Georgian Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Library Table to the Georgian era.

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SA1174984
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34964
Description
Circa 1815. A rosewood freestanding library table probably by ‘James Mein of Kelso’, the rectangular top with rounded corners in book matched rosewood, the frieze with a pair of drawers on one side and faux drawers on the other side, the overlapping top with foliate carved brackets, supported on a pair of tapering trestles with foliate carving, with buttresses and classic dragooning, all resting on a platform base with rounded corners, simple moulding with a polished frieze sitting on four fluted feet with original concealed castors.
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
145cm (57.09")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Library Table to the Georgian era.

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SA1174984
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34964
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A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher.
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Archive I A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher.

Mein of Kelso Rosewood Library Table

Archive II A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher. View II
Archive III A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher. View III
Archive IV A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher. View IV
Archive V A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher. View V
Archive VI A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher. View VI
Archive VII A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher. View VII
Archive VIII A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher. View VIII
Archive IX A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher. View IX
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A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher.
Mein of Kelso Rosewood Library Table
Ref: SA1174984
A William IV rosewood library table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers, carved scroll brackets, end pedestal supports, and a turned central stretcher.
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Produced during the reign of King William IV (18301837), library tables of this era represent a transition between Regency elegance and Victorian solidity. They are typically constructed from dense hardwoods like rosewood or mahogany, featuring architectural trestle supports, scroll brackets, turned stretchers, and integrated frieze drawers.

High-end 19th-century library tables relied on high-grade solid rosewood or rosewood veneers laid over oak or mahogany carcases. Construction features include hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, turned wood knobs, carved pedestal legs, and brass wheel castors concealed beneath the feet.

Authentic pieces often feature maker stamps, metal plaques, or paper labels from prominent workshops, such as Mein of Kelso. Identification also relies on examining hand-sawn timber marks, original brass locks, hand-carved foliate details, and natural surface oxidisation on the timber underside.

Position the table as a freestanding central desk in a dedicated study or behind a sofa in a large living room to anchor the space. Pair it with contemporary leather seating, minimal brass task lighting, and curated modern art to create a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid placing the item near direct heat sources or direct sunlight to prevent veneer cracking and sun-bleaching. Apply a high-quality natural beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the timber and protect the original patina.
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