Early 19th Century Mahogany Tray-Top Writing Table / DeskA very attractive early 19th century mahogany tray-top writing table, of elegant proportions and useful scale. The piece has a raised three-sided gallery with shaped side returns and pierced carrying handles, above a polished writing surface and two frieze drawers. The drawer fronts are fitted with particularly good quality brass knob handles with polished mahogany centres, an unusual and refined detail which adds considerably to the character of the piece.The table has a light, practical form and would work well as a small writing table, dressing table, side table or hall table. The mahogany has a warm, rich colour with attractive figuring throughout, while the shaped tray gallery gives the piece a decorative quality without making it overly formal. The slim square legs and restrained construction give it a clean Regency-period look, making it suitable for both period and more contemporary interiors.Dimensions:Wi...