Description

Early C19th Regency period mahogany and rosewood cross-banded sofa table .
Raised on a turned centre pedestal base onto a concave-sided rectangular platform , the twin drop-leaf table fitted with 2 assymetrical mahogany-lined frieze drawers opened by finger grips under the bottom edge , with an integral central tablet . Supported on four reeded sabre legs with leaf-carved hips . The feet fitted with original cast-brass claw foot castors .
The top and drop-leaf sides with an inset broad border of rosewood cross-banding, the base with rosewood banded and inlaid details. The twin rule-jointed drop-leaves supported by double shaped and hinged folding flaps . The turned central column mahogany pillar with ebonised ring details.
The top with well-figured matched curl veneer . The table has a pleasing consistent pale faded patina having been exposed to direct sunlight.
Of completely free-standing form , the simulated drawer verso mirroring the fitted drawer front .
In genuine as found original 'country-house' unrestored condition .
H 29"
W 38"(closed)
W 60"(opened)
D 27"
England c. 1820
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 .
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.
Internal Ref: ML1811