Finish is a melted and burnished wax finish, applied in the 20th century. The table is constructed of 19th century elements but has been considerably altered. The construction is heavy with also later veneer used. Attractive but with issues.

An honest piece, scuffs, scratches, and knocks as expected with age. No major repairs or restoration evident. One molding detached but present. Due to possible sun bleaching or other reasons for colour matching the exterior has had some light coloured polished applied a very long time ago, this has not been applied to the fitted interior which displays a different colour and fine timber configuration. A fine example. A later leatherette writing surface.

Structurally sound and secure. Leather upholstery in overall good order. Chair frame and carved areas have had some over polishing most likely due to wear and sun bleaching. Scuffs, knocks, and bruising evident as expected with age, most evident on the arm rest terminals. A comfortable and generous chair.