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19th C. Italian Writing Desk w/Decorative Inlay & Sliding Top for Hidden Storage

About the Item

An Italian smaller-sized writing desk with storage hidden beneath top from the 19th century. This super cute desk, or occasional table from Italy, is adorn with beautiful inlay on the top with a circular medallion with flower head at it's center and framed within a thin rectangular banding. The top of this piece slides back across the top, revealing storage and 7 little drawers hidden within it's interior. The table is raised on four squared legs with stylized knees, and gently taper towards their feet. If using as a desk, the leg clearance is approximately 23.25" in height. Please note that this listing is for a single table, the main image with two table views is to show how the top functions. This 19th century Italian table with floral inlay will make a sweet little writing desk, perhaps best floated within a room so that the nifty storage and drawers within are easily accessible.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Depth: 21 in (53.34 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Fruitwood,Inlay
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Accessory #16771stDibs: LU876423170722

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