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Description
Richly figured burr walnut veneers define the surfaces of this writing table, presenting distinctive swirling grain patterns across the rectangular … Read more Richly figured burr walnut veneers define the surfaces of this writing table, presenting distinctive swirling grain patterns across the rectangular top, sides, and three drawer fronts. The overhanging top features a curved serpentine front profile and is edged with a carved gadrooned border. Slender cabriole legs support the veneered case, each displaying carved acanthus foliate scrollwork on the knees before terminating in rounded pad feet. The drawer arrangement consists of a long, shallow central drawer flanked by two deeper outer drawers, all inset flush within the moulded framework. Each drawer front is fitted with cast brass bail pull handles featuring floral rosette backplates. Pulling out the central drawer reveals a fitted interior lined in dark brown velvet, partitioned into five distinct compartments to organise correspondence, pens, and desk sundries neatly. Constructed in the Queen Anne revival style during the twentieth century, this piece demonstrates balanced proportions suited to domestic interiors. The curved kneehole opening provides 64 cm of vertical clearance beneath the central drawer, allowing comfortable use with standard armchairs or dining chairs. The reverse of the carcass is clad in a flat wooden backing panel, designed primarily for placement against an interior wall or positioned below a window. The table stands 88 cm high, with a width of 115 cm and a depth of 52 cm across its widest points. Its compact footprint enables versatile placement throughout the home, functioning effectively as an executive writing desk, a dressing table in a bedroom, or an elegant console table in a hallway. Subtle surface marks and minor rubbing around the foot terminals reflect gentle historic use while leaving the rich golden brown veneer finishes intact. Finished with moulded waist rails, the structure retains solid timber joinery throughout the drawer boxes and sturdy underframe. The mirrored root veneers on the primary writing surface display warm amber highlights that contrast attractively with the deeper patinated walnut tone of the carved legs. See less
- Dimensions
- 45.28ʺW × 20.47ʺD × 34.65ʺH
- Period
- 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less
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