Description

Early C19th George IV period mahogany library or writing table of free-standing form .
A high quality mahogany library or writing table of good scale and imposing presence, fitted with 2 frieze drawers and corresponding �dummy drawers� to verso .
Raised on platform ends with boldly carved architectural scrolled corbel details , supporting �standard end� uprights , the design taking its influences from classical antiquity. The top of the uprights with shaped bracket supports with applied circular roundels or paterae detail .
Superbly-figured �plum pudding� or quilted mahogany top with gently-rounded corners .The ends of the friezes with stepped and panelled reserve corners.
The whole raised on compressed and cupped bun-type feet with �concealed� patent brass castors and wheels each stamped �Lewty Patent� with a crown above . The 2 cock-beaded full-depth drawers fitted original turned mahogany knob pulls and brass escutcheons, with working brass locks and a key . The mahogany-lined drawers with quarter section �dust-bead� corners .
In excellent original condition with a rich colour and patina, retaining it�s original surface and skin . Finely selected high-grade figured mahogany throughout .
The top with minor dents and scars beneath the polish commensurate with age , use and purpose.
* James Windeyer Lewty patented his castor design as used on this table in October 1830 . This helps to accurately and precisely date this exceptional mahogany table , and further demonstrates the quality employed in it�s manufacture, as without doubt the castors themselves would have been considered top-class and �state-of-the-art� expensive fittings at this period.
Cleaned and waxed in our workshops, ready to use .
H 29�
W 48�
D 31�
England c.1830
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: ML 218