Lot 371
  • 371

A North European demi-lune writing table 19th century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 78cm. high, 114cm. wide, 59cm. deep; 2ft. 6¾in., 3ft. 9in., 1ft. 11¼in.
in Louis XVI manner, with applied gilt-metal mounts and a leather inset top above two drawers to one side and one to the reverse

Condition

Generally in good condition. The legs are loose and could benefit from re-fixing. There are some minor chips to veneers and old marks and scratches.
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