An 18th-century Italian walnut dressing or writing table featuring an inset mirror, single frieze drawer, and raised gallery with a shaped crest and narrow shelf. The table is supported on turned legs joined by a boldly shaped crossed stretcher, with beaded molding providing additional decorative detail.

 

The wood retains a warm, richly aged patina with visible wear, staining, scratches, and patination consistent with age and use, giving the piece considerable character.

A rare, cylindrical English William IV Bedside Commode in mahogany, with inset leather top and a hinged circular lid, incorporating a removable white ceramic chamber pot with molded and relief-decorated cover. The compact form features richly figured mahogany veneer and a projecting front section with a tooled leather inset.

The mahogany retains a warm, aged surface with attractive grain and patination, along with minor wear and surface variation consistent with age and use. Second quarter 19th Century.