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English Late Regency Double-Sided Mahogany Library Writing Table, circa 1830

Offered by: Acroterion

Description
A fine and rare English, George IV / William IV, late regency period solid mahogany double-sided rectangular form library writing table attributed to female cabinetmaker Mary Willson, the tooled-edge dark gray leather top inset above long aprons either side with banks of two drawers having original turned knobs raised on boldly turned legs with original brass casters. Tables of this depth are usually 6' or more in length and this one being just under 5' make it a highly desirable and rare size. A smaller example having reeded legs but ending in the same 'stacked' turned tapered feet indicative of her work is pictured in the reference below.

The double-sided form of this table is commonly, but incorrectly, referred to as a "partners desk" due to its binary arrangement, however by definition a partners desk is of double pedestal design. In addition to its original purpose, it could be chicly used as an unconventional dining table; clearance from floor to bottom edge is 23.88".

Literature:

C. Gilbert, Pictorial Dictionary of Marked London Furniture, 1700-1840, Leeds, 1996, p. 488.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Mahogany, leather, oak, brass
Condition:	Good. Wear commensurate with age and use. Leather top is a late 20th century replacement with typical wear from use. Original finish newly waxed and ready to be placed.
Creation Date:	circa 1830
Styles / Movements:	Regency, George IV, William IV
Incollect Reference #:	828415

Dimensions

W.	58.5 in;	H.	30 in;	D.	42 in;	H.2.	23.88 in;
W.	148.59 cm;	H.	76.2 cm;	D.	106.68 cm;	H.2.	60.66 cm;

Message from Seller:

Acroterion, founded in 2012, is by-appointment in New York’s historic Hudson Valley, offering the exceptional in fine and decorative art. Phone: 917.656.5863 | Email: info@acroterion.com