Aesthetic Movement Moorish Style Inlay Writing Table Desk

Description

Rare late 19th century English aesthetic movement writing table or desk featuring Middle Eastern Moorish style carved details and inlay. … more Rare late 19th century English aesthetic movement writing table or desk featuring Middle Eastern Moorish style carved details and inlay. The small desk features a rectangular top centered by a mother of pearl medallion having a geometric arabesque design. The border of the table has a small galleried edge with geometric inlay and ebonized wood square corners. The desk is fronted by a wide drawer with carved scroll decoration and two round pulls. The case has dramatic, intricate open fretwork designs in a Moroccan school or Moorish style. The case is supported by turned legs ending with round peg feet. The entire table is embellished with hand-carved and inlay details in the decorative arts style. The leg opening measures 23 inches from the floor to the apron. From an estate in San Francisco, CA.

Dimensions: 40"w x 20.25"d x 31.5"h

Circa: Late 19th/Early 20th Century, England

Materials: Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Condition: Good, wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully crafted with strong, solid joinery. Very minor losses on inlay that are difficult to see. Age appropriate wear and fading on wood finish with chips and scuffs. less