A pollard oak serving table circa 1860, possibly continental

inlaid with ebonised lines, the gadrooned edge top above three later replaced frieze drawers, on fluted legs with swag, husk and acanthus leaf carved decoration

Very good cleaned and repolished condition and an attractive colour. There are a few minor old marks and scratches. The three drawers are high quality modern replacements for the originals which had been lost in transport recently. These new drawers do little to detract from the overall impressive and decorative nature of this lot. To discuss this lot in greater detail please call Edward Rising or David Macdonald on 0207 293 5107 or 0207 293 5507.
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