William IV Inlaid Mahogany Desk Attributed to Gillows
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William IV Inlaid Mahogany Desk Attributed to Gillows
About the Item
- Attributed to:Gillows of Lancaster & London (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 29.25 in (74.3 cm)Width: 45 in (114.3 cm)Depth: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)
- Style:William IV (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:First Half of the 19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very good antique condition.
- Seller Location:Kittery Point, ME
- Reference Number:Seller: 1831stDibs: U1011298376277
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