Object Description
This high quality writing table or bureau plat is made from well figured mahogany.
It has a beautiful ‘breakfront’ outline all around with panelling and superb ormolu mounts stands on four tapering, square section legs terminating in turned feet.
It is fitted with two mahogany lined drawers each with with top quality cast ormolu handles. The drawers both lock simultaneously when the key is turned. The brass handle of the old key is of a “snake” design.
This good quality writing table has recently benefited from traditional restoration including french and wax polishing and cleaning the ormolu.
It has been fitted a new black hide writing surface with gilt tooling.
This is surrounded by a band of mahogany with a breakfront and moulded edge.
This is a beautiful quality antique writing desk / table in excellent antique condition and can be used as a free standing piece in a room.
Dimensions
Width 43.5 inches – 111cm
Depth 26.5 inches – 67cm
Height to top 28.5 inches – 72cm
Height of kneehole 23 inches – 59cm