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Item details

Height

73.3 cm

Width

72.3 cm

Depth

49.0 cm

Wear conditions Wear conditions

Excellent

Wear conditions

Excellent

Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.

Good

May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.

Average

Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.

Apparent Wear and Tear

Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.

Please refer to condition report, images or make a seller enquiry for additional information.

Description

This is a fine quality antique French Louis XV style French walnut writing table, of serpentine shape, with a stunning burgundy red inset leather, circa 1860, in excellent condition.

Summary:

• Item: French Writing Table
• Provenance: France
• Circa: 1870
• Style: Louis XV Style
• Wood: Solid Walnut
• Red Leather & Gold Tool Leather
• Serpentine Shape
• Blind Frieze Side Drawer
• Fine Cabriole Legs
• Newly French Polished
• Fantastic rich walnut colour & patination
• High standard of craftmanship
• Free delivery to England, Wales and southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns policy

Description:

This is a fine quality antique French Louis XV style French walnut writing table, of serpentine shape, with a stunning burgundy red inset leather, circa 1870, in excellent condition. The French walnut writing table boasts a new inset burgundy red leather, decorated with a gold tool border. The serpentine shaped frieze contains a blind side drawer, accessible by pulling the underside of the frieze below the drawer outwards. The drawer retains its original pine lining and is constructed with fine hand-dovetailed joints. The French walnut writing table stands on elegant cabriole legs. This is a lovely French table which has several uses, from a decorative occasional table to a practical writing desk. Ideal for small rooms, where space is at a premium
This French walnut writing table boasts a warm rich walnut colour, having been cleaned and French polished in our workshop to a professional standard; along with the years of care and cleaning it has received.
This French walnut writing table would look superb in a variety of rooms, especially the office, library or living room. It would certainly grace any home in either a contemporary or traditional setting; it is a great investment, as its’s an extremely functional item. So, don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.

Condition Report:

This is a fine quality antique French Louis XV style French walnut writing table, of serpentine shape, with a stunning burgundy red inset leather, circa 1860, in excellent condition. The French walnut writing table boasts a new inset burgundy red leather, decorated with a gold tool border, therefore the leather is in excellent condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The side drawer closes flush to the frame and retains its original drawer linings. The French walnut writing table has been cleaned and French polished by hand, to a professional standard, in our workshop. Therefore, the colour and patination are of an excellent standard. The table is solid in joint, it does not wobble and is ready to use.

Dimensions:

Height = 73.3cm / 28⅞” / 2t 4⅞”
Width = 72.3cm / 28½” / 2ft 4½”
Depth = 49cm / 19¼” / 1ft 7¼”
Knee Height = 60.8cm / 24” / 2ft

Price:

The price for this item is £1195 including free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*.

Customer Service:

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• Free 14 Day Returns
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We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item. Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.
Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks depending on location; we aim to deliver the majority of items within 2 weeks. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit, therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you.
Once you have purchased an item, we will contact you by email and/or telephone and provide you with a provisional delivery date, in order for you to confirm if it is suitable for you. Once you have confirmed you can accept delivery on the provisional delivery date, we will book the delivery in with our shippers and it then becomes a confirmed delivery date.
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A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.

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About the Seller:

This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.

Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yola Gray has a special interest in colonial furniture, specifically antique four poster beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English antique furniture, art and fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.

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Condition report:

This is a fine quality antique French Louis XV style French walnut writing table, of serpentine shape, with a stunning burgundy red inset leather, circa 1860, in excellent condition. The French walnut writing table boasts a new inset burgundy red leather, decorated with a gold tool border, therefore the leather is in excellent condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The side drawer closes flush to the frame and retains its original drawer linings. The French walnut writing table has been cleaned and French polished by hand, to a professional standard, in our workshop. Therefore, the colour and patination are of an excellent standard. The table is solid in joint, it does not wobble and is ready to use.

Additional dimensions information:

Knee Height = 60.8cm

Material
Manufactured
Origin
France
Item location
Tarporley , United Kingdom
Period
19th Century
Condition
Used

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Yes

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Located in Tarporley, United Kingdom
  • Selling at Vinterior since 2023
  • 30 sales
  • Ships from Tarporley, United Kingdom
Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 45 years and has a special interest in colonial furniture, specifically four Poster Beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English antique furniture, art and fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield. Yola Gray Antiques is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.

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Last updated: 17th October 2024

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