Early C19th George IV period mahogany writing or ‘chamber’ table in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster.
Raised on elegant reeded and turned tapering supports fitted with brass cup castors and wheels. Fitted a single ‘cock-beaded’ frieze drawer retaining the original pierced gilt-brass circular ring-handles .The corners of the table base with panelled reserve tablets , the whole frieze with reeded mouldings.
The rectangular top having a reeded edge and to the rear centre fitted with a hinged pen and inkwell compartment. Of freestanding form , the verso with ‘cock-beaded’ mouldings to correspond with the drawer at the front of the table , the ends also with ‘cock-beaded’ reserves . Minor shrinkage crack to one end of the top .
A variation of the well-known Gillows of Lancaster ‘chamber table’ design, probably produced by high-class cabinet-making firm following the format .
In excellent original condition, the figured mahogany top having some historic marks and stains commen
...surate with age, use and purpose. Retains the original surface , polish and ‘skin’ with a pleasing colour and patina.
H 29.5”
W 36”
D 20”
England c.1825
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Internal Reference: ML 265
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1217697
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 74cm (29.1inches)Width is 90cm (35.4inches)Depth is 50cm (19.7inches)
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