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American Empire Writing Table with Carved Acanthus Legs, circa 1840

$2,880
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£2,189.59
£2,736.9920% Off
€2,526.87
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CA$4,031.23
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CHF 2,355.13
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NOK 29,884.88
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About the Item

American empire writing table with carved acanthus legs, circa 1840 Casters, Missing ormolu on right side of centre drawer. Beautiful ornately carved acanthus legs with casters with heavy ormolu detailing around drawers. 25" high from floor to bottom of desk.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Width: 34.63 in (87.97 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Style:
    American Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Missing ormolu on side right of central drawer.
  • Seller Location:
    Southampton, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2005313045222

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