John Howkins Antiques

Description

A fabulous 19th.Century American Wooton Desk. The barrel fronted solid walnut exterior having moulded frames with inset burr walnut panels with a shaped and carved gallery above. The wings open to a very busy interior having an arrangement of 48 pigeon holes with 4 open shelves above.The bird's eye maple drop down fall opens to reveal a green leather tooled writing surface and an interior with 4 maple drawers and various pigeon holes. Above is plan drawer which houses a metal plaque reading " WOOTON DESK COMPANY, 45 GORDON STREET, GLASGOW. European Agency & patented everywhere" The lower section contains 4 maple drawers flanked by 2 shelves.This wonderful desk retains the original cast and chased hinges, fall supports, and casters. Condition- Very good, no lock.. Free delivery to most of U.K. mainland. Dimensions:- Max.Height… 66.6'' / 169cm. Width closed…40.5''/ 103cm. Depth..26.5''/ 67cm.. Max.Width open...82''/ 208cm.


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