Bidspirit auction | American Classical Mahogany Work Table

American Classical Mahogany Work Table - Origin: American, probably Northeastern United States Date: Circa 1830-1845 Period/Style: American Classical Materials: Mahogany and mahogany veneer, secondary woods, and glass Form: Drop-leaf work or sewing table Description: American Classical mahogany work or sewing table, circa 1830-1845. The compact rectangular case expands by two rounded drop leaves and contains three graduated bow-front drawers fitted with faceted glass pulls. The case rests on an urn-form central standard deeply carved with acanthus, rising from a shaped quadripartite platform. Four downswept legs enriched with foliate carving terminate in hairy paw feet. Hand-cut dovetailing and unfinished secondary woods visible in the drawers support the period construction. Dimensions: 31 in. H, 17 in. W, 17 in. D closed. Shipping note: While Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing and shipping services, we do have a list of recommended third-party shippers to assist you in shipping to and from our facility. Please note that property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within this time frame is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item as outlined in our terms and conditions. Please review our website, stevensauction.com, for a list of recommended shippers and other information. Please contact us at info@stevensauction.com if you require further assistance. Condition: Retains an old refinished surface with scattered scratches, abrasions, finish wear, shrinkage, and minor edge nicks. Drop leaves exhibit surface wear and slight separation at the hinge lines. Drawer interiors and sides show age-related wear. Faceted glass pulls are replacements. Carved base and feet have scattered rubbing and finish variation. Dimensions: 31 x 17 x 17 in