Lot 29
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ERNEST GIMSON
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ERNEST GIMSON

WRITING TABLE, CIRCA 1908

Details
ERNEST GIMSON
WRITING TABLE, CIRCA 1908
walnut, with single drawer and pendant brass pulls, the top and supports edged with ebony and holly banding
30in. (76.2cm.) high; 34in. (86.4cm.) wide; 22 5/8in. (57.5cm.) deep
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 15% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
Sale room notice
This lot should read by Peter Waals with an estimate of GBP 2000 - 3000.

Lot Essay

Ernest Gimson was greatly influenced by William Morris and believed that the craftsman should have a direct relationship with the materials. Executing his designs, therefore, was time consuming as he employed only one small circular saw for cutting fine veneers. Here chamfering and alternating light dark veneer inlays emphasise the structure of his design.

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