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19th Century English William IV Period Mahogany Games Table Sewing Stand

$2,500
£1,889.17
€2,181.53
CA$3,493.37
A$3,876.19
CHF 2,030.43
MX$47,532.51
NOK 25,826.40
SEK 24,379.02
DKK 16,269
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A period William IV English mahogany sewing stand work table with inlaid chessboard top. circa 1830s Combining sophisticated elegance, warmth, and functional design, this outstanding example was born in England in the mid-19th century, exquisitely hand-crafted of warm rich mahoganys, having a rectangular top with games board inlay and stepped molded edge. The tabletop sliding open to reveal a single large spacious storage compartment, the deep solid wood bin wrapped in decorative linen-folded yellow upholstery, supported by a tapering square pedestal standard with molded detail, over shaped X-form base, rising on intricately hand-carved acanthus leaf scroll feet, resting on partially inset casters. Dimensions: (approx) 29.75" High, 20" Wide, 18" Wide Top: 20" Wide x 16.75" Deep As warm and handsome as it is functional, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a chair side table, sofa end table, hall console, chess game board, parlor lamp stand, bedside nightstand, accent table, occasional table, and more! Provenance / Acquisition: A private Highland Park estate collection of fine museum quality period antiques Acquired from highly reputable auction house, J. Garrett Auctioneers, Dallas, Texas. Condition: Great condition with beautifully aged patina over the whole. Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Retaining original antique character and charm throughout, including scattered nicks, scratches, staining and fading to fabric basket cover, seized casters, all wear consistent with age and indicative of use. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment! Professional Shipping / In-home White-glove Delivery Service Available: Depending on your location, third-party shipping partners availability, schedule, route, etc.. please allow up to eight weeks for delivery. Average is typically two-three weeks. Local Pickup / Delivery available near Dallas, TX
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.75 in (75.57 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    William IV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1830s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Great condition w/beautifully aged patina. Strong, sturdy, structurally sound. Retaining original antique character throughout, including scattered nicks, scratches, staining/fading to fabric cover, seized casters, all minor wear consistent w/age.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977234951342

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