Italian Walnut and Mixed Woods Writing Table

19th century, possibly Sorrento, the rectangular banded top featuring an inlaid cityscape and various drafting tools, centered by a mechanized lifting shelved structure, lifting when the frieze drawer is open, the drawer also fitted with a baize-inset writing surface, hinged and with an easeled back over a single drawer, flanked to either side by a secret drawer over a paneled drawer, verso fitted with three frieze drawers, raised on paneled tapering square legs.
h. 32-1/2", w. 70", d. 32-1/2"

In good restored condition. Scattered repairs and pieced-in veneer patches throughout. No current losses or damage. Retains good color and patina. The top sags slightly in the middle. The pull-out desk section functions fine.