Exeter, Devon
Details
- Dimensions
- 43.75ʺW × 24.75ʺD × 32ʺH
- Styles
- Georgian
- Table Knee Clearance
- 23.25 in
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Leather
- Mahogany
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Presented in very good antique condition. Presented in very good antique condition. less
- Description
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This is an antique architect's desk. An English, mahogany and leather adjustable draughtsman's pedestal desk, dating to the Georgian period, …
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This is an antique architect's desk. An English, mahogany and leather adjustable draughtsman's pedestal desk, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.
Fascinating architect's desk, with campaign aesthetic and superb riser top
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Beautiful caramel hues beam beneath a wax polish finish
Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout
Classic pedestal form, ideal for central room placement with faux drawers to verso
Dual layered desk top with an inset embossed leather skiver
Superb riser action with hinges to both sides of the desk
Adjusting for angle, with a toothed rack mechanism to hold the desired position
Wide central drawer dressed with oval brass handles and inset lock — this key present
Upon opening, the drawer presents a striking green baize writing surface
Beneath the sliding baize, a suite of storage boxes with alphabetised inlays
Six drawers reside within the pedestal base, framing the generous kneehole
This is a delightfully versatile antique architect's desk, graced with a superb suite of storage solutions and adjustment. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 111cm (43.75'')
Max Depth: 63cm (24.75'')
Max Height: 81cm (32'')
Skiver Width: 97.5cm (38.5'')
Skiver Depth: 49cm (19.25'')
Kneehole Width: 46.5cm (18.25'')
Kneehole Height: 59cm (23.25'') less
Exeter, Devon
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