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C19th William IV Period Mahogany Knee-hole Dressing or Writing Table
M Lees and Sons
for sale €1,053     $1,143
£900
M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons

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C19th William IV Period Mahogany Knee-hole Dressing or Writing Table

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

C19th William IV period mahogany knee-hole dressing or writing table. Fitted with a three-quarter surround gallery up-stand ,and 2 drawers either side of a classically-inspired and crisply-carved with honeysuckle motif central 'knee-hole' panel. The waist frieze decorated with an applied gilt-brass trim , the drawers fitted with replacement cast gilt-brass period oval ring handles. Raised upon turned, tapering legs with carved detail to top and bottom ,onto turned feet.

In excellent original condition , the top having achieved a nicely sun-faded , mellow colour , the whole of a generally good rich patina. Minor marks and ring stains to top commensurate with age and use .

Cleaned and waxed.

H 30"

W 39"

D 20"

England c.1830

Physical Dimensions
Height
76.2002cm (30.00")
Width
99.0602cm (39.00")
Depth
50.8001cm (20.00")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated this Mahogany Writing Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA375014
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 1511
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
C19th William IV period mahogany knee-hole dressing or writing table.
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Fitted with a three-quarter surround gallery up-stand ,and 2 drawers either side of a classically-inspired and crisply-carved with honeysuckle motif central 'knee-hole' panel.
M Lees and Sons

The waist frieze decorated with an applied gilt-brass trim , the drawers fitted with replacement cast gilt-brass period oval ring handles. Raised upon turned, tapering legs with carved detail to top and bottom ,onto turned feet.

fig 1. A 19th-century William IV mahogany writing table featuring a low rear gallery, twin drawers, central carved scrollwork, and turned reeded legs.
fig 1. C19th William IV Period Mahogany Knee-hole Dressing or Writing Table

In excellent original condition , the top having achieved a nicely sun-faded , mellow colour , the whole of a generally good rich patina. Minor marks and ring stains to top commensurate with age and use .

Cleaned and waxed.

H 30"

W 39"

D 20"

England c.1830

Height
76.2002cm (30.00")
Width
99.0602cm (39.00")
Depth
50.8001cm (20.00")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Mahogany Writing Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA375014
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 1511
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

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M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century William IV mahogany writing table featuring a low rear gallery, twin drawers, central carved scrollwork, and turned reeded legs.
C19th William IV period mahogany knee-hole dressing or writing table
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Produced between 1830 and 1837, William IV furniture bridges the Regency and Victorian eras, characterised by robust proportions, bold turned legs, flame mahogany veneers, and hand-carved classical foliage motifs.

Tables from this period were primarily crafted from solid mahogany and mahogany veneers, incorporating hand-dovetailed drawer joints, oak or pine secondary timbers, and brass hardware or beaded trims.

Key indicators include hand-carved acanthus leaves or scrollwork friezes, hand-sawn drawer linings displaying tool marks, heavy turned or reeded legs, and original brass pull handles showing authentic oxidisation.

Position the piece as a hallway console table, a compact home office writing desk, or a bedroom vanity table paired with a contemporary mirror and neutral textile accents.

Dust regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish annually following the grain of the wood, keeping the item away from direct heat sources and intense sunlight.
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