Items Similar to Regency Diminutive Writing Table
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 21
Regency Diminutive Writing Table
About the Item
Very fine English Regency period bonheur du jour attributed to John McLean & Son, the rectangular top having pierced gallery with turned and ring collared brass column supports with pierced diamond pattern panels of gilt-brass above a shelf fitted with two drawers, the extended lower part with a hinged shelf opening to a leather lined writing surface resting on a single fitted drawer, with inlaid brass ribbing above turned tapered legs with parcel gilt ring turned collars.
This bonheur du jour can be attributed to the workshops of John McLean and Son (1770-1825), its design and gilt-metal ornament conforming in design and execution to other similar labelled examples including an example illustrated in Furniture History - The Journal of the Furniture History Society, 1978, vol. XIV, Simon Redburn, 'John McLean and Son', pp. 31-37. A similar example was sold at Sothebys, April 24, 2008 TOM DEVENISH: THE COLLECTION - HIGHLY IMPORTANT ENGLISH FURNITURE.
From 1790 until the firm's demise in 1825, they are recorded at 55/58 Upper Marylebone Street (now New Cavendish Street) and from c. 1799-1805, later expanding to occupy premises in both Pancras Street and Upper Terrace and continuing in business until 1825. McLean and Son also gained a notable mention in Thomas Sheraton's Cabinet Dictionary in 1803. One of the "fashionable Pieces of Cabinet Furniture" included a "Pouch Table", whose design was taken and "executed by Mr. M'Lean in Mary-le-bone street, near Tottenham court road, who finishes these small articles in the neatest manner".[3]
John McLean (born 1770; died 1825) was a highly regarded English furniture and cabinetry maker and designer. Examples of his furniture can be found in the Victorian and Albert Museum, The California Palace of the Legion of Honor and the Library at Saltram, Devon. The firm of John McLean and Son advertised that it specialised in "Elegant Parisian Furniture" and while the firm's furniture owes something to French taste, it is still quintessentially English.
- Attributed to:John Mclean (Workshop/Studio)
- Dimensions:Height: 45.5 in (115.57 cm)Width: 29.75 in (75.57 cm)Depth: 17 in (43.18 cm)
- Style:Regency (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1810
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. very good original antique condition A fine diminutive rosewood ladie's writing table or secretary in the manner of John McLean having a top shelf with brass gallery, the second shelf enclosed by brass filigree sitting atop two drawers, the table ha.
- Seller Location:Greenwich, CT
- Reference Number:Seller: vsaujmjkgbyp1stDibs: LU798323091522
About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Gold Seller
Premium sellers maintaining a 4.3+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 1991
1stDibs seller since 2004
266 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 2 hours
Associations
The Art and Antique Dealers League of AmericaAntiques Associations Members
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Bridgeport, CT
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllPartners' Writing Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
A large desk or writing table in nicely grained mahogany with a tooled leather top inset within an ogee molded edge, on a narrow apron having three drawers each side, and so known as...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
$12,500
Mahogany Writing Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Mahogany partners' writing table with blue tinted leather insert having three drawers to each side with fretwork corner mounts to square section legs with inward stepped feet. Knee c...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
$8,900
Portuguese Rosewood Writing Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
A wonderfully vibrant and elaborate Portuguese writing or library table made of solid rosewood, with single plank top with gadrooned edge over two drawers with raised cushion fronts ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Portuguese Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Italian Rococo Writing Table
By Guiseppe Biondo
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Italian walnut rococo writing table, the lovely faded olive inset leather top with gilt tooled edge and thumb molded walnut banding over molded frieze with single drawer, the ap...
Category
Antique 1780s Italian Rococo Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Poplar, Walnut
William IV Writing Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine William IV writing or side table of very clean architectural form, the well figured single board mahogany top over drawer and supported by trestle ends joined by turned stretche...
Category
Antique 1840s English William IV Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
$3,500
Georgian Stepped Front Writing Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
A Georgian mahogany writing table with burgundy leather inset top over three-drawered apron with central drawer stepped above two side drawers, standing on four bold square section l...
Category
Antique 1770s English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
You May Also Like
Regency Rosewood Writing Table
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular top with rounded ends. Black inset leather with banded edge and brass edge. Conforming frieze with two drawers and opposing false drawers. Cast bronze star form kn...
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Regency Mahogany Writing Table
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular top with inset tooled red leather top and cross banded edge over three drawers front and back. Raised on circular tapered legs. Casters. Sold Bonhams , London, February 1...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Regency Rosewood Writing Table
Located in Essex, MA
With a beautiful rectangular green leather inset top with banded edge and two frieze drawers with trestle lyre form base. Turned stretcher. Raised on saber legs with brass paw feet c...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Regency Mahogany Writing Table
Located in Essex, MA
With inset tooled brown leather top with cross banded edge over a frieze containing three drawers and on the reverse three working drawers. False drawers on ends. All with brass knobs. Raised on turned tapered legs headed by reeding. Ending on cup casters. Sold Florian Papp...
Category
Antique 1820s English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Regency Style Writing Table
Located in Hudson, NY
A very nice mahogany and crotch mahogany veneered writing table raised up on marble columns with bronze bases. The writing surface is leather with gold tooling. This table though not...
Category
20th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Regency Mahogany Writing Table
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular brown tooled leather top and banded border over three drawers with square bail handles and opposing working drawers so can work as a partners desk. Raised on circu...
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
