Charles X Mahogany Work Writing Table Vitrine 75" D measured with leaves

75" D measured with leaves dropped

Carved shell on knee and the graceful scrolling of the arms

also known as the 'Red Baron' (Der Rote Baron)

and scissors

the carving highlights the main patterns that pop up on the face of the area rug

Charles X Mahogany Work Writing Table Vitrine 75" D measured with leavesA Charles X gilt bronze mounted mahogany work writing table. Works wonderfully as a nightstand. circa 1830 The rectangular hinged lid reversing to a mirror above a divided well with hinged fold over pin cushion and candle nozzle over a drawer with sliding leather lined writing surface, ink and sander pot and utensil well. height 30 1 4in (77cm); width 20in (51cm); depth 14in (36cm) Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Beverly Hills,