An early Victorian rosewood reading table
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Description
An early Victorian rosewood reading table, the shaped top hinged to form an adjustable reading slope with a ratcheted support and detachable rest, raised upon turned and flanged end supports with double columns above out splayed cabriole legs joined by a carved stretcher, original brass castors. English, circa 1840.
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More Information
Origin: England Period: 19th Century Materials: Rosewood Condition: Good. Creation Date: Circa 1840 Styles / Movements: Traditional, Victorian Incollect Reference #: 590638 -
Dimensions
W. 31 in; H. 29.5 in; D. 20 in; W. 78.74 cm; H. 74.93 cm; D. 50.8 cm;
Message from Seller:
Wick Antiques was established by Charles Wallrock in the early 1980s. Having grown up in the Antiques world Charles developed an extensive wealth of knowledge. Starting out as a ‘man with a van’ he quickly gained a good reputation and embarked on a longstanding relationship with Harrods. He was later joined by his wife, Caroline Wallrock. Caroline having completed a Persian degree, went on to study at Christie’s fine art and then joined Sotheby’s specializing in Islamic and Japanese works of art