Lot 96
The design attributed to Gillows, the rectangular top with re-entrant corners on spindle inset end supports with beaded lozenge motif terminating in swept legs with foliate brass castors.
Height 73cm, Width 97cm, Depth 63cm
Estimate $2,800 - $4,000
- the top with scratches and marks consistent with age and use, ink spots to one side and slight expansion cracks to grain along edges
- veneer on frieze lifting slightly, some sections probably replaced
- veneer on curved sections of legs possibly replaced
- section of wax repair on one leg
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The Robert Compton Jones Collection
Several 'spindle end' writing tables were featured in the 'Gillows
The Collector's Auction
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8699
2:00pm - 19 September 2023
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Friday 15 - Sunday 17 September, 10am - 4pm
36-40 Queen St, Woollahra NSW
CONTACT
Madeleine Norton
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au
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