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New York Meeks & Sons Writing Table in Plum Mahogany with Leather, circa 1840
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A very handsome American Rococo Revival writing table in fine plum mahogany attributable to well-known New York City cabinet maker, Joseph Meeks & Sons. Features inset leather top with tooled border, well-articulated gadrooning along table edge, two drawers and resting on a carved trestle base with scrolled feet and a rope-turned stretcher, with exquisite carving throughout that includes scallop shells, rosettes & acanthus foliage. Working locks and key, circa 1840.
Measures: 35" wide x 24" deep x 31" high
29 1/2" from floor to writing surface.\
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- Attributed to:Meeks & Sons Manufactory 1 (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 35 in (88.9 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)
- Style:Rococo Revival (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1840
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Restored in our workshop with some veneer replacement & minor repairs & refinished with French polish. Table is in VERY GOOD overall condition. Two front drawers have working locks and keys, with inset leather top with gold, tooled border.
- Seller Location:Miami, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: TBL003051stDibs: LU98817578423
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