Description
A handsome nearly 200 year old Louis Philippe period (1830-1848) French walnut travailleuse (work table - sewing thread stand - mirrored vanity)
Born in France in the mid-19th century, hand-crafted of warm rich solid walnut and walnut veneer, having a rectangular hinged lid top with sculpted scalloped molded edge ornamentation, opening to interior flat mirror plate with undulating wood frame, lift-out removable tray with divided interior, over single compartment, affixed with patinated brass escutcheon, above sliding deep bin storage compartment, rising on architectural inspired trestle base, with baluster-form tapering turned and reeded column supports, joined by turned and reeded cross stretcher, terminating in ox joke feet. circa 1830s
Provenance:
From the magnificent estate of Mr. Wesley and Mrs. Suzanne LaFever, Beverly Hills, California
Acquisition:
Acquired from the highly reputable auction house Austin Auction Gallery, est.1983, Austin, Texas. Fine Estates & Antiques Day 1 2021 catalog
Dimensions: (approx)
28.5" High, 21" Wide, 15" Deep
Great original antique condition with nicely aged warm rustic patina. Wear consistent with age and indicative of use, including scattered nicks and veneer losses mainly to right side of case and feet. Age spots and losses to silvering on mirror plate. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Great original antique condition with nicely aged warm rustic patina. Wear consistent with age and indicative of use, including scattered nicks and veneer losses mainly to right side of case and feet. Age spots and losses to silvering on mirror plate. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!
Origin:
France
Creator:
Styled After: Louis Philippe
Materials & Techniques:
Mirror, Walnut
Details:
Table Shape: Rectangle
Country of Origin: France
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Born in France in the mid-19th century, hand-crafted of warm rich solid walnut and walnut veneer, having a rectangular hinged lid top with sculpted scalloped molded edge ornamentation, opening to interior flat mirror plate with undulating wood frame, lift-out removable tray with divided interior, over single compartment, affixed with patinated brass escutcheon, above sliding deep bin storage compartment, rising on architectural inspired trestle base, with baluster-form tapering turned and reeded column supports, joined by turned and reeded cross stretcher, terminating in ox joke feet. circa 1830s
Provenance:
From the magnificent estate of Mr. Wesley and Mrs. Suzanne LaFever, Beverly Hills, California
Acquisition:
Acquired from the highly reputable auction house Austin Auction Gallery, est.1983, Austin, Texas. Fine Estates & Antiques Day 1 2021 catalog
Dimensions: (approx)
28.5" High, 21" Wide, 15" Deep
Great original antique condition with nicely aged warm rustic patina. Wear consistent with age and indicative of use, including scattered nicks and veneer losses mainly to right side of case and feet. Age spots and losses to silvering on mirror plate. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Great original antique condition with nicely aged warm rustic patina. Wear consistent with age and indicative of use, including scattered nicks and veneer losses mainly to right side of case and feet. Age spots and losses to silvering on mirror plate. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!
Origin:
France
Creator:
Styled After: Louis Philippe
Materials & Techniques:
Mirror, Walnut
Details:
Table Shape: Rectangle
Country of Origin: France
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Great original antique condition with nicely aged warm rustic patina. Wear consistent with age and indicative of use, including scattered nicks and veneer losses mainly to right side of case and feet. Age spots and losses to silvering on mirror plate. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
28.5 x 21 x 15 in
Antique French Louis Philippe Period Walnut Sewing Stand / Work Table
Estimate $1,500-$2,240
Starting Bid
$750
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October Furniture & Seating Edit
Oct 29, 2026, 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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