Lot 358 , A late 19th century French ormolu mounted walnut, rosewood and marquetry writing table, W.3ft 1in. D.1ft 9in. H.2ft 6in.

A late 19th century French ormolu mounted walnut, rosewood and marquetry writing table, with serpentine rectangular top and divided frieze drawer, on squared cabriole legs, W.3ft 1in. D.1ft 9in. H.2ft 6in.
Estimate £1,000-1,500

Overall in good restored condition, in a high state of polish and of good rich colour, top has suffered from some scratching and dents over the years along with some small repairs to the marquetry notably to the left of the central rose in the middle panel, lock present but no key, ormolu of high quality with the corner mounts cast as reclining nudes, the mounts to the legs are of a duller slightly matted finish but all present.


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