Furniture & Works of Art - 11th November 2008

Lot 272

A George III mahogany cylinder writing desk

Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £1300

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Description

A George III mahogany cylinder writing desk, the tambour shutter enclosing pigeon holes, drawers and a pull-out writing surface, above two short drawers and three graduated drawers to each pedestal, with side carrying handles, formerly on castors, 39.75in (101cm) h, 42.25in (107.2cm) w, 25.5in (64.6cm) d. Locks replaced, restorations and replacements.