This is an attractive and superb quality antique Victorian 3ft figured ash and leather writing library side table, circa 1870.
Summary
• Library Side Table
• Circa 1870
• Period Victorian
• Wood Figured ash & ebony
• Provenance England, UK
• Green & gold tool leather insert
• Thumb moulded top
• Original drawer knobs
• Single moulded drawer fronts
• Fielded side panels
• Dummy drawers to back
• Original working lock & key
• Hand dovetailed drawer construction
• Oak lined drawer (sign of quality)
• Ring turned legs
• Reeded legs
• Original brown mug & brass castors
• Excellent condition
• Stunning quality
• Free 14 day UK returns policy
This is an attractive and superb quality antique Victorian 3ft figured ash and ebony leather writing library side table, circa 1870 – 1890. The tabletop features a very good quality green leather with gold tooling around the perimeter. To the outsides of the top, there is a painted ebony thumb moulded overhang. Below the top, there are two elegant moulded drawer fronts which feature ebony inlay and ebony paint. The sides of the table are decorated with very pretty and good quality painted ebony fielded side panels. Both drawers feature the original turned knobs, working lock and key. The hand-dovetailed drawers are lined in oak (a good sign of quality), are also matched on the opposite side with two dummy drawers to the back of the table. This style of table was designed to be freestanding in a library or office. The table stands on lovely ring turned reeded legs, which have been painted with ebony stain. The legs terminate in the original brass and brown ceramic mug castors.
This item would compliment any home and would sit well in the hallway, living room, library or office. So, don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture!
Condition Report:
This table is in excellent condition. There are nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering its age. Importantly, there is no damage, stains or marks to the leather top. The polish to the figured ash is in excellent condition. Both working drawers closes flush to the frame. The table features the original castors, original working drawers, original drawer knobs, and original lock and two working keys. Free of woodworm, solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 77cm or 2ft 6¼”
Width = 92cm or 3ft
Depth = 61cm or 2ft
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