Description

Fine C19th Regency period brass-inlaid rosewood duo of desk casket and book-carry / tray.
Superior quality desk-top accessories comprising of a fine balustraded or 'spindle-sided' casket with decorative brass-inlaid panel to lid , and an 'en suite' shallow tray / desk tidy with decorative brass-inlaid sides and brass-strung edge.
The casket of free-standing design with polished interior , standing on compressed bun feet. Beaded edge to the hinged lid and to the base, together with original key. The tray with corresponding finely-turned spindle handles. Both in excellent original condition ,and with a wonderful patina to well-chosen figured timber, in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster.
Casket
W 12"
H 6"
D 8.5"
Tray
W 14"
H 2"(Handles)4"
D 10"
England c. 1815
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 1411