Antique Writer's Desk, English, Inlay, Side, Serving Table, Georgian, C.1800

Our Stock # 18.8667

This is an antique writer's desk. An English, mahogany side or serving table, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800. 

Of superb proportion and fine presentation Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Select stocks show fine grain interest and rich caramel hues Decorated with quality boxwood inlays and stringing Generous width to the top, with an appealing tiered edge Front fascia hosting two drawers, with a flying centre drawer Each dressed with ornate brass drop handles over pierced foliate backplates Pleated quarterfoil carvings adorn the shoulders to either side Usefully high at 84.5cm (33.25") for the taller person Each corner hosts dashing turned balusters over cupped knees Stout block legs taper to a square section foot Repository label to rear for Pope