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Early Victorian Mahogany Flip-Top Writing Table

Offered by: Susan Silver Antiques

Description
Most unusual, unique and rare 19th Century mahogany writing table, half the top is hinged and opens to reveal seven adjustable compartments, a wooden lever keeps the top in place, bottle-green tooled leather writing surface, three drawers on the front, three faux drawers on the back, round brass knob hardware. The table is mounted on ring turned legs ending in brass casters. It retains the original key.

The table was most likely made for an accountant or bookkeeper. It might also have been used as a rent table in place of a drum rent table.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Mahogany Wood, Leather
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use
Creation Date:	1840
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Victorian
Dealer Reference #:	8292
Incollect Reference #:	838250

Dimensions

W.	47.75 in;	H.	30 in;	D.	32.5 in;
W.	121.29 cm;	H.	76.2 cm;	D.	82.55 cm;

Message from Seller:

Susan Silver Antiques, located in Sheffield, Massachusetts, offers a carefully curated selection of 18th and 19th-century Georgian and Regency furniture and accessories. For inquiries, contact us at 413-229-8169 or susan@susansilverantiques.com.