A very unusual, wooden work/sewing table of William IV - antique

A very unique wooden sewing / stitching box of William IV thuya, with an octagonal, well-shaped top featuring carved and sculpted friezes, narrowing into a box finished with an octagonal column with decorative ruffles and a platform base, all standing on shaped feet.

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