Lot 35
  • 35

A George III mahogany architects desk circa 1800, attributed to Gillows

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 98cm. high (top closed), 125cm. wide, 64.5cm. deep; 3ft. 2½in., 4ft. 1¼in., 2ft. 1½in.
with a sliding hinged ratchet supported top and dummy drawers to the rear side

Condition

Good overall condition, refinished, minor age cracks to top. Lock to fall flap replaced. Leather writing surfaces replaced. Minor old marks and scratches throughout. Good colour and patina. With two deatchable reading rests (one for the interior and one for the top).
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