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William & Mary fall front desk
C. 1710, United Kingdom
£18,950
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Edenbridge, United Kingdom
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An early 18th Century fall front writing cabinet, or escritoire. Beautifully veneered in rosewood. It is extremely rare finding an article veneered in this non-indigenous timber, as when you see these items they are usually veneered in burr walnut or pollard oak. This has fine geometric designs of holly throughout. It is constructed in two parts, with the upper section containing a hidden frieze drawer. The fall front below opens to reveal a fully fitted interior. The lower section contains tw...