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Fine Victorian Jas Shoolbred Green Marble Topped Watchmakers Desk Writing Table

$5,502.60
£3,950
€4,675.06
CA$7,471.71
A$8,375.73
CHF 4,367.75
MX$102,665.96
NOK 55,346.74
SEK 52,619.89
DKK 34,881.97
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About the Item

We are is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning original Victorian circa 1880 James Jas Shoolbred Watchmakers table / desk with green marble top A good looking and well-made piece, the timber frame is late Victorian and has a glorious mahogany grain to it, the wood really glows in the right light, the desk has two drawers, one is open and plain, the other is blue velour lined with lots of sections, as mentioned this was a watchmakers desk. The tabletop is nice and solid being green marble, it is wonderfully veined The left drawer is fully stamped Jas Shoolbred & Co and the right has the order number We have lightly cleaned waxed and polished it, there is nothing negative to note its just a really good honest antique Dimensions Height:- 76.5cm Width:- 123cm Depth:- 56.5cm Knee height:- 60.5cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point. Condition Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.12 in (76.5 cm)Width: 48.43 in (123 cm)Depth: 22.25 in (56.5 cm)
  • Style:
    High Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Sussex, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823333562132

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