Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
Summary:
• Item: Writing Table / Desk
• Circa: 1910
• Period: Edwardian
• Style: Georgian / Sheraton
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Flame Mahogany
• Width: 3ft 4?”
• Two-plank string inlaid bow-fronted top with moulded edge
• 5 working drawers
• Cock beaded, string inlaid & cross banded drawer fronts
• Original brass lever locks with working key
• Original steel foliate swan neck handles on circular escutcheons
• Oak drawer linings
• Hand dovetailed joints
• Cock beaded kneehole apron
• Tapering block legs terminating on spade feet
• Lovely colour & patination
• Excellent original condition
• Solid in joint
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns policy
Description:
Here is a fine quality antique English Edwardian Georgian / Sheraton style flame mahogany & string inlaid bow front writing / side table, circa 1910, displaying a lovely rich colour and patination, in excellent condition.
The drawers boast cock beaded, cross banded and string inlaid fronts, as well as the original steel foliate swan neck handles and circular escutcheons. The drawers are oak lined and constructed with hand dovetail joints and retain the original brass lever locks with working key. The drawers run smoothly and close flush to the frame. Below, the table features a cock beaded kneehole apron, and stands on tapering block legs, terminating on spade feet. The table features the original top and backboard to the rear; the frame has been constructed in the traditional method.
Condition Report:
This Edwardian writing table is in excellent original condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, drawer fronts and top, but nothing significant considering the age of the item (see photos). The drawers are in good working order and close flush to the frame. The drawers feature cock beaded, cross banded and string inlaid fronts, as well as hand dovetail construction and the original solid oak drawer linings and bottoms. The drawers retain the original steel foliate swan neck handles and circular escutcheons. The drawers retain the original brass lever locks with working key. The table features the original top and backboard to the rear; the frame has been constructed in the traditional joined construction method. The table boasts a lovely rich colour and patination. This table is well constructed, solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 76.5cm or 30?” or 2ft 6?”
Width = 103.9cm or 40?” or 3ft 4?”
Depth = 53.7cm or 21?” or 1ft 9?”
Knee Height = 57.8cm or 22¾” or 1ft 10¾”
Knee Width = 34.8cm or 13¾” or 1ft 1¾”
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland. If you live in one of the areas, please contact us for a delivery quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you.
International Buyers:
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Ref. 51308
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
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Antique English Edwardian Georgian Style Flame Mahogany Bow Front Ladies Writing Table (Circa 1910)
