Antique 19th Century Architect's Mahogany Pedestal Desk Drafting Table 1870 Recently Added the frame being of easel

the frame being of easel form and having a crest with two birds astride a flowering urn

one of fishing

by Rene Lalique

Condition of both tables is excellent

Antique 19th Century Architect's Mahogany Pedestal Desk Drafting Table 1870 Recently Added the frame being of easelA good and unusual 19th century antique mahogany pedestal architect's drafting table, desk, circa 1870. The desk drafting table having a hinged lift up writing drawing surface that can be elevated or flat. To the front are two wide & deep file drawers to store drawings blueprints & each drawer has two recessed 'campaign' style brass handles. To each side is drawer to store pens, pencils and other drafting materials, the front of the drawers are carved