ANTIQUE 1684 DATED HAND CARVED 17TH CENTURY LIFT TOP WRITiNG TABLE DESK BIBLE

Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, late 17th century, hand caved 1684 lift top writing work table traditionally used for bible storage

Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price.

A very decorative piece, it is super collectable having the original date carved to the front with nice decorative carvings to the side. In a modern context this is the best kind of antique because not only is it beautiful, its functional, it still has a use today, the storage section can comfortably fit any modern laptop along with books and work apparatus, its really a very utilitarian desk

It has all the original fixtures and fittings, the hinges are especially decorative being hand hammered and finished with wrought iron nails

We have cleaned waxed and polished the desk from top to bottom, apart from normal age-related patina it’s in fine order throughout.

Dimensions

Height:- 100cm

Width:- 68.5cm

Depth:- 53.5cm

Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask.

Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid.

Condition

Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition

Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.