A documented George III mahogany 'Universal Table' to a design by Thomas Sheraton, early 19th century, the panelled square top strung with a parquet line above two sliding drawer leaves and a universal frieze drawer accessible from either side, fitted with a sliding base inset writing surface above hinged compartments each inlaid with incrementally monogrammed panels in pairs from A-Z, supported by square tapering legs terminating in brass swivel castors with offset wheels. 102 cm wide x 102 cm deep x 72 cm overall height, 57 cm knee height to the frieze.

Note:

For a very similar example see plate 23 of Thomas Sheraton's, "The Cabinet Maker and Upholsterer's Drawing Book, (1791) entitled "A Universal Table"

Also, see a similar table offered at auction by Messers Christies (London); Lot 151 on the 19th of December 1990, Estimate £8,000-£10,000

A private estate

Condition Report

Of good mellow colour with rich patina, structurally sound.