Exeter, Devon
Details
- Dimensions
- 60ʺW × 24.75ʺD × 44.25ʺH
- Table Shape
- Other (unique shapes)
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Brass
- Satinwood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, 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 a grand antique executive desk. An English, satinwood and mahogany 13 drawer office desk, dating to the mid …
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This is a grand antique executive desk. An English, satinwood and mahogany 13 drawer office desk, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.
Exceptional quality and proportion to this superb Victorian desk
Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order
Satinwood stocks present striking grain interest and rich russet hues
Graced with thirteen exceptional quality, thick mahogany drawer boxes
Charming arcading adorns the upper drawer section with shelf to centre
Usefully sized desktop with gently tiered edge moulding
Front fascia hosting three drawers with carved foliate relief decoration
Each pedestal with a further three drawers and dashing leaf corbel mounts over fluted stiles
Each drawer dressed with brass drop handles over shaped, pierced backplates
Nine lower drawers secured by matched and working brass-lined locks — key present
Quality finish to the back, with full panelling
The whole raised upon a pair of continuous plinth feet
This is a striking and captivating antique executive desk, crafted in period for the most important captains of industry or officer ranking. Exceptional craftsmanship and beautiful figuring, set to grace the grandest of rooms or institutions. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 152.5cm (60'')
Max Depth: 63cm (24.75'')
Max Height: 112.5cm (44.25'')
Desktop Width: 150.5cm (59.25'')
Desktop Depth: 56.5cm (22.25'')
Desktop Height: 77cm (30.25'')
Kneehole Width: 56.5cm (22.25'')
Kneehole Height: 59cm (23.25'') less
Exeter, Devon
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