The top with a bifold rising and tilting mechanism, the drawer to the front with integral legs enclosing a slide with a rising baize writing surface and further compartments within and a further side drawer for ink wells. The plain legs with hidden turned columns within and all supported on brass and leather roller castors.
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Dimensions: 91cm wide x 59cm deep x 78cm high
Sold for £600
Estimated at £600 - £800
The top with a bifold rising and tilting mechanism, the drawer to the front with integral legs enclosing a slide with a rising baize writing surface and further compartments within and a further side drawer for ink wells. The plain legs with hidden turned columns within and all supported on brass and leather roller castors.
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Dimensions: 91cm wide x 59cm deep x 78cm high
Minor marks, dents, and scratches overall due to age and use. In generally good condition considering age and use. The top with some signs of slight splits. The removable page rest later. Signs of repair to three of the four corners to the veneer at the top. The handle is possibly original. The lock was probably replaced. Some slight scratches to the top.
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Auction: The House & Home Sale, 13th Jan, 2025
Including Furniture, Silver, Pictures, Ceramics and Works of Art.
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