Antique Ship's Purser's Desk, English, Writing Table, Beidermeier, Victorian

This is an antique ship's purser's desk. An English, burr walnut Davenport writing table in the Beidermeier taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. This is a striking antique ship's purser's desk, with beautiful burr walnut figuring and wonderful colour. Pleasingly presented with a suite of useful functions and of attractive form. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Max Width: 59cm (23.25'')Max Depth: 42cm (16.5'')Max Height: 84.5cm (33.25'') Kneehole Width: 44.5cm (17.5'')Kneehole Depth: 23cm (9'')Kneehole Height: 60.5cm (23.75'') Skiver Width: 30.5cm (12'')Skiver Depth: 24cm (9.5'')

Estimate:£2,650

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