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Carl′ton ta′ble,
- Furniturean English writing table of c1800, having curved rear corners and a top with drawers surmounted by a
U -shaped section of drawers and cabinets, topped by a brass or ormolu gallery surrounding three sides of the writing area. Also called Carl′ton House′ desk′, Carl′ton House′ ta′ble.
- named after Carlton House, the London mansion it was first made for