Description

C19th mahogany William IV period metamorphic 'rise-and-fall' buffet/dumb-waiter/side-table. Interesting mechanical dumb-waiter or buffet with concealed rope-and-pulley system allowing transformation from a side-table to a 3-tiered buffet or etagere. Standing on crisply carved scroll feet with concealed brass castors beneath, the stepped platforms supporting plain bold uprights joined by a well-executed turned stretcher. The friezes with flame veneers , the top and lower platforms of solid mahogany . Good mellow ,faded patina to the moulded-edge top , with minor shrinkage crack to one end. The centre retaining its rich original polished finish having not been exposed to sun-light. Minor shrinkage crack to centre tier.
Good original condition and working order.
A useful side table with added interest ,and the capacity of a 3 tier buffet when opened.
H (closed) 31"
H (open) 48"
W 43"
D 19"
England c.1835
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 .
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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 .
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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.
Internal Ref: ML1601