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Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Table C.1905
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Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Table C.1905

1900 - 1920
Description

An Edwardian mahogany metamorphic writing and work table, the crossbanded top opening on patent brass linkages to automatically elevate a tooled leather writing slope and fitted stationery gallery, set over a suspended work pouch and raised on slender square tapered legs.

Retailed by Finnigans, esteemed outfitters of luxury goods and travel accoutrements, the piece houses an ingenious rise-and-fall action stamped under patent numbers 1631 and 5466 that converts a compact side table into a complete writing station, representing the height of Edwardian space-saving ingenuity and design.

Very good antique condition, with only some light surface wear, a clean split to the original gilt-tooled leather from historic timber movement and internal wear to the lower compartment interior. The mechanism operates smoothly. Structurally sound, clean and ready to place in the home.

English, circa 1905.

Dimensions

Closed Height: 71 cm

Closed Width: 54 cm

Closed Depth: 56 cm

Open Height: 80 cm

Open Width: 104.5 cm

Open Depth: 56 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Founders Antiques has dated this Edwardian Metamorphic Writing Table to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1232917
Dealers Internal Reference
3366
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Delivery is normally within 5-12 working days of dispatch depending on location. More remote areas may take longer or incur a surcharge. The courier will call you directly to discuss delivery arrangements.

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If you have any questions or want to discuss this piece in more detail just give us a call on 07722 557245 or email hello@foundersantiques.co.uk

Description
An Edwardian mahogany metamorphic writing and work table, the crossbanded top opening on patent brass linkages to automatically elevate a tooled leather writing slope and fitted stationery gallery, set over a suspended work pouch and raised on slender square tapered legs.
fig 1. An Edwardian mahogany metamorphic writing table featuring opened side leaves, an angled leather inset writing slope, and tapered legs with line inlay.
fig 1. Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Table C.1905

Retailed by Finnigans, esteemed outfitters of luxury goods and travel accoutrements, the piece houses an ingenious rise-and-fall action stamped under patent numbers 1631 and 5466 that converts a compact side table into a complete writing station, representing the height of Edwardian space-saving ingenuity and design.

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Very good antique condition, with only some light surface wear, a clean split to the original gilt-tooled leather from historic timber movement and internal wear to the lower compartment interior.
Founders Antiques

The mechanism operates smoothly. Structurally sound, clean and ready to place in the home.

English, circa 1905.

Dimensions

Closed Height: 71 cm

Closed Width: 54 cm

Closed Depth: 56 cm

Open Height: 80 cm

Open Width: 104.5 cm

Open Depth: 56 cm

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Edwardian Metamorphic Writing Table to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1232917
Dealers Internal Ref
3366
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Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Table C.1905

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An Edwardian mahogany metamorphic writing table featuring opened side leaves, an angled leather inset writing slope, and tapered legs with line inlay.
Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Table c.1905
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An Edwardian mahogany metamorphic writing table featuring opened side leaves, an angled leather inset writing slope, and tapered legs with line inlay.
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An Edwardian metamorphic writing table is a piece of turn-of-the-century furniture engineered with hinged or mechanical elements, such as drop leaves or collapsible slopes, allowing it to transform from a compact side table into an organised writing station.

These tables are predominantly constructed from solid mahogany or rosewood, frequently detailed with boxwood or satinwood string inlay, brass hinges, and inset leather writing surfaces.

Authentic Edwardian furniture features clean structural lines, tapered square or spade legs, subtle geometric inlays, brass castors or hinges, and consistent age-related patina on internal drawer timber.

Position the piece in a study nook, hallway, or living room space, combining the dark timber tone with neutral wall palettes, brass lighting fixtures, and contemporary artwork.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, apply a high-grade beeswax polish along the grain twice yearly, keep the piece away from direct heat sources, and clean the leather slope with specialist leather balm.
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