Description:
Victorian Irish or English Mahogany Worktable, 19th century, possibly used for photography supplies, a drop-leaf table with deep central cabinet and lift top which opens to five small vacant compartments and a large round well, a medial metal-lined drawer on one side with campaign-style hardware, and a door on the other side, all resting on turned legs terminating in casters, ht. 31, open wd. 40 1/2, dp. 29 1/4 in.
Note: A Jordan Marsh sales receipt from 1972 accompanies this lot.
Estimate $300-500
All over wear to all surfaces, legs and interior. with scratches/nicks/scuffs/some staining with age and use. Repair to surface on tabletop. Metal lined interior components with corrosion and signs of wear with age and use. Side drawer has four additional legs to support it.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.