Drum Table-revolving with 10 pie shaped drawers (drawers are functional). Three legs, lion paw with brass ball casters.
By klpearso, 9 October, 2008
Description
Pictures shown are full size and detail pictures of front, leg, column and inside with the top lifted off. I may be interested in selling.
Category
Furniture
Medium
mahogony
Distinguishing marks
No label, but pencil marks inside top lid and on bare wood of revolving mechanism
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
40 inch diameter, 33 inches high
Date Period
est. 1880s
Weight
60-70 lbs?
History
I was told it was a banker's table, but I have never seen another like it. Heavily carved with lion paw feet and brass ball casters. Carved wood handles on drawers. There is an imprint of a small glass stopper bottle in one of the drawers.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
I bought it at auction 25 years ago. Items were from an old bank. Paid $1500. Would like to know its worth now.