Charles X Mahogany Work Writing Table Vitrine Carved shell on knee and

Carved shell on knee and the graceful scrolling of the arms

the rectangular top over a tambour front enclosing three shelves and four drawers

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

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

Chippendale Style

Charles X Mahogany Work Writing Table Vitrine Carved shell on knee andA 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,