A George IV Mahogany Carlton House Desk circa 1825

with central leather-lined panel on a ratchet support, the central frieze drawer stamped 'A SOLOMON 59 GT. QUEEN STREET'.  Losses, lacking one small drawer pull.

Sold, Parke-Bernet Galleries, March 7-8, 1952, lot 155

Fair overall condition relative to age superstructure with typical general age cracks some of which have discolored old in-filled restorations. The moldings around the top have losses, age cracks and old discolored restorations. Writing flap with characteristic minor warping and minor loss to beading. Leather to writing flap replaced. Handles replaced. One handle missing to left back drawer inside superstructure. Minor cracks and wear to bottom frieze moulding. Ink stains beneath writing flap. General old marks scuffs and scratches. Timber a good rich color with attractive figuring. Superior cabinet-work throughout. A good example of Carlton House desk which will respond well to sensitive restoration particularly to the superstructure which has some loose sections to the sides.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

The stamp to the center drawer is that of Abraham Solomon, a furniture broker listed in 1839 at 23 Little Queen Street and by 1844 also at 59 Great Queen Street. Several items bearing his stamp are illustrated, C. Beard, Pictorial Dictionary of Marked London Furniture 1700-1840, 1996, p. 50 and p. 433, figs. 870-872.