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George III Red Japanned Writing Desk/Side Table with Chinoiserie Scenes

About the Item

An outstanding bow fronted George III writing desk/side table, red jappaned with applied chinoiserie scenes. This stunning desk sits on tapering square legs and has three fitted drawers, the drawer handles are later, one of the handles has a small loss. Dating to circa 1780, there are marks and wear commensurate with age, and an old timber shrinkage crack in the top, this is an absolutely gorgeous piece of Georgian furniture. The applied chinoiserie features traditional village scenes of people, birds, gardens and foliage. Width 92.5cm x 53cm Depth x 72.5cm Height Height from floor to underside of drawers 55.5cm Each Drawer is 46cm Deep.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.55 in (72.5 cm)Width: 36.42 in (92.5 cm)Depth: 20.87 in (53 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The metal handles are a later addition most likely added the 19th century.
  • Seller Location:
    Hastings, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: George III Chinoiserie Desk1stDibs: LU3311331695192

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