Description:
George III Mahogany Architect's Table, late 18th/early 19th century, rectangular lift top opens to adjustable easel stand with book rest, over a pull-out drawer frieze with sliding tooled-leather writing surface over a divided interior with two small drawers, with extending candle slides to each side, supported on four chinoiserie-style straight legs, open ht. 45 1/2, wd. 63 1/2, dp. 40; closed ht. 32 1/2, wd. 39 3/4, dp. 22 1/2 in.
Estimate $600-800
Overall some signs of age-typical wear including general surface wear/scuffs, some nicks, heat marks on surface, split in wood with evidence of repair on back leg, pull out surface on right side has separation of wood away from side.
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.