DESK
A fine Georgian freestanding mahogany Library Desk circa 1777
Description
The rectangular moulded edge top with tooled leather writing surface. The long frieze drawer having a fitted interior of lifting compartments and secret drawers; over two pedestals of drawers.
Attributed to Gillow of Lancaster & London 1730-1840
- Height: 31.5ins (80cm)
- Length; 50ins (127cm)
- Depth: 25ins (64cm)
Exceptional quality
Lit ref: Susan Stuart Vol. I page 88
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