A closely related pair of tables labelled William Wilson and formerly with Apter Fredericks are illustrated in C.Gilbert, Pictorial Dictionary of Marked London Furniture, 1700-1840, Leeds, 1996, p.493, No.1015. Little is known of William Wilson beyond his recorded label on the above mentioned tables, which record him as a Cabinet-Maker at No.8 Ave Maria Lane, Ludgate Street, London. He is also mentioned in the Gentleman's Magazine recording that he was Clerk of St Martin's Ludgate and died in 1788.
A George II mahogany side or writing table attributed to William Wilson
Description
A George II mahogany side or writing table attributed to William Wilson
The rectangular moulded edge top above a frieze drawer, on square section legs joined by a concave undertier, on castors, 56cm wide, 48.5cm wide, 73cm high.
Details
Manufacturer:
William Wilson
Wood:
Mahogany
Period:
George II
Origin:
English
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