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18th Century, Gentleman's Writing Desk and Games Table

About the Item

Wonderful, circa 1780, hand carved, petite writing desk inset with game chess and backgammon game boards. The top featuring its original, inset marble. The whole on tapered legs terminating in ormolu feet.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 20.25 in (51.44 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. There is a chip/flake in the marble top, roughly two thumb tips in size. The chipped piece of marble is saved and could be reattached.
  • Seller Location:
    Newport Beach, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU853918260702
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