Description

C19th George IV period mahogany knee-hole dressing table or writing table in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster & London.
High quality mahogany table fitted 5 drawers around a central knee-hole . The drawers with mahogany linings and each fitted with an original turned rosewood knob pull .
Raised on turned legs fitted with original brass cup castors . The 'quilted' figured mahogany top fitted with a three-quarter mahogany gallery surround .
In exceptional original condition, retaining the original polish and patina .
Well proportioned 'country-house' table of outstanding quality and condition.
The design,quality and choice of selected mahogany timber , leading to a probable attribution to the esteemed cabinet-making firm of Gillows of Lancaster and London.
H 30"
W 48"
D 28"
England c.1825
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 179