Lot 252
  • 252

A George II mahogany kneehole desk circa 1750, probably north country

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

Description

  • Mahogany
  • 82cm. high, 96cm. wide, 51.5cm. deep; 2ft. 8¼in., 3ft. 1¾in., 1ft. 8¼in.
the cleated crossbanded top above three frieze drawers, with two banks of four graduated drawers below between fluted quater column stiles, flanking a recessed arched cupboard, on scroll feet

Condition

Good overall condition. Some shrinkage cracks to top and sides. Some filled areas including a small area on top, right hand side and some plugged holes on left hand side return. The right hand side return could benefit from re-polishing. Feet scuffed.
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