Antique Rosewood & Brass Inlay William IV Games & Sewing Worktable (Circa 1840)
Here is a stunning quality antique rosewood & brass inlaid William IV games & sewing worktable (circa 1840).
Summary
• Circa 1840
• Period William IV
• Wood Rosewood
• Brass string inlay
• Chamfered top
• Chequer board & leather table inside
• Hand dovetailed mahogany sewing drawer
• Pull out work basket
• Solid turned & carved walnut legs
• Drop down finials to front
• Leaf moulded “S” end supports
• Turned connecting stretcher
• Four short scroll feet
• Original working lock & brass hinges
• Fantastic quality & condition
• Original polish
• Solid in joint
• Does not wobble
• Free 14 day UK returns policy
Here is a stunning quality antique rosewood & brass inlaid William IV games & sewing worktable (circa 1840). The top of the worktable is inlaid with brass line work, which is in parallel to a refined chamfered top. The tabletop swings half way to allow the top to open to reveal a bird’s eye maple & satinwood chequer board and a mustard colour leather and gold tool perimeter. Below, is a single working brass line strung drawer which features rosewood knobs, a brass round escutcheon and a working lock and key. The drawer is hand dovetailed and constructed of mahogany. Below the drawer are two elegant finials. Further below, is a pull out workbasket, which has been lined with floral silk upholstery. The front of the workbasket features a beaded frieze and a brass studded handle to the centre. The table stands on moulded “S” send supports, which are united by a turned central stretcher, on four short scroll feet.
This item would look great in a variety of rooms from the hallway, to the living or dining room or bedroom. It has a beautiful deep rich patina, which has been generated by the centuries of cleaning and care it has received.
This truly is a very beautiful item with quality construction and is original throughout. It is rare to see one in such good condition. This item would certainly grace any home. So don’t miss out your chance to own such a lovely antique item.
This worktable features a rich rosewood brown & yellow colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.
Dimensions (Closed)
Height = 73.4cm or 29” or 2ft 5”
Width = 53.7cm or 21¼” or 1ft 9¼”
Depth = 39.5cm or 15½” or 1ft 3½”
Dimensions (Open)
Width = 79cm or 31” or 2ft 7”
Depth = 53.7cm or 21¼” or 1ft 9¼”