A George IV Period Rosewood Library Table With Carved Lions Paw Feet English Circa 1820- 1830This handsome table would have been commissioned for a grand library or study. The overhanging top has rounded corners and the frieze below echoes this detail. Likewise the turned stretcher which joins the two end supports is another feature with pronounced curves. By contrast the end supports themselves are made up largely of squared corners and straight lines but they are enlivened considerably by beautifully carved winged lions paw feet and, most noticeably, lotus flower carving to the base of each support. In the frieze of the piece are two drawers with their original patinated turned wooden handles having faux drawers to the opposing side enabling this library table to stand freely within the room.The rosewood veneers utilised throughout this piece are of extremely high quality and of fine figure, particularly those utilised on the drawer fronts and the top which have very dist...