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Fine and Important George I Walnut Kneehole Desk

Offered by: Michael Pashby Antiques

Description
Diminutive walnut kneehole desks of this age and condition are extremely rare. This piece has a matched quartered veneered top above a long drawer over two three drawer pedestals centered a small pen-drawer with a locking cupboard behind. All on eight tall and well shaped bracket feet. Herringbone inlay throughout, and with exquisite original gilt brass engraved hardware and carrying handles.
An interesting and rare feature, the cupboard is moveable so it can pull forward and simulate a chest of drawers.

Provenance: Private collection Chicago.
Acquired from Malcolm Foster
118 Fulham Road, London
12th September 1986

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Walnut, Gilt Brass
Condition:	Excellent. Wear consistent with age.
Creation Date:	c. 1720
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, George I
200 Lex Booth #:	12
Dealer Reference #:	170-128
Incollect Reference #:	272160

Dimensions

W.	28 in;	H.	30.5 in;	D.	19 in;
W.	71.12 cm;	H.	77.47 cm;	D.	48.26 cm;

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