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Swiss Bankers / Rent or Merchant Table, 18th C. and Later

About the Item

A Swiss bankers or rent table, in Elmwood with a superb slate inset into top. Underneath the top is a rather large drawer which slides both ways. This was used to slide money from the banker to his client. Monies were not laid on top of the table for security. The drawer is decorated with initials of the Banker. Originating from the Alpine Regions, the table is unique and cleverly designed for the function it provided.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 41.75 in (106.05 cm)Depth: 26.25 in (66.68 cm)
  • Style:
    Renaissance (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Elm,Slate,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Switzerland
  • Period:
    1750-1759
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1750s
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. The table has been professionally restored. It shows some old wurming, so we had it fumigated, and fully restored.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU989927355742

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