A large George IV mahogany writing table circa 1830

the inset top now with green 'leather cloth', the panelled frieze with six opposing drawers, the end supports each with a scroll stretcher on reeded bun feet and concealed castors

Chatsworth Inventory, 1859, p. 106 in the Auditors Room '1 Large Mahogany Writing Table with drawers and black leather top'

Very good condition with some minor chips to the veneer throughout. The faux leather top is peeling away and should be replaced. There are some cracks and stains to the crossbanded surround. There are some losses to the moulded beading around the frieze and three roundels to the base are missing. Very fine quality, the veneers are an excellent colour and finely figured.
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Photographed in the North Entrance Hall, Chatsworth, circa 1960