Description

C18th George II period mahogany kneehole desk of small proportions.
Mid C18th mahogany desk of mellow , faded patina fitted with original brass-ware . The moulded-edge top with good faded patination, having some minor marks and imperfections commensurate with age , use and purpose .
Fitted with brass-drop handles on solid shaped brass backplates. The centre with an elegantly-shaped arch above the recessed single-door cupboard fitted with original shaped brass escutcheon plate and 'H' shaped hinges . The centre flanked by 3 short drawers to each side . The long top drawer fitted with a decorative shaped brass escutcheon, original steel lock and working key . All drawers with quality oak linings and of dove-tailed construction. The reverse fitted with the original oak boards .
The whole raised on original bracket feet .
A useful small-scale mid C18th period desk ,which could be used in a drawing room or in a bedroom as a dressing table.
Has been cleaned and waxed in our workshops.
H 30"
D 20"
W 30"
England c.1760
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 1903