Late 18th Century Mahogany Veneered Architect’s Table, Stamped
France, 1790-1800

A late 18th century Directoire mahogany architect’s table also called as table Tronchin. A mechanical table with a double-hinged ratcheted top and a gilt-tooled green leather lined writing surface, veneered in polished mahogany. A horizontal molding, on which reading, writing, and drawing materials may be propped, is attached on the writing surface and can be removed if desired. Below a long frieze drawer displaying the beauty of the mahogany.
On the bottom of the table there are stamps with a symbol appearing in the coat of arms of the Anjou family. There are also the initials ,,S A”, which may indicate an ebenist.

Condition:
This piece of furniture is in a very good condition. The table has been restored and the surface is finished with hand polished shellack.
Ready to use.

Dimensions:
Depth: 49,5 cm
Width: 91 cm
High: 78 cm