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An Unusual Mid 19th Century Military Desk
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
for sale €3,101     $3,366
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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

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An Unusual Mid 19th Century Military Desk

19th century
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An unusual mid 19th century Military Desk, in dense mahogany and with nine oak lined, cock-beaded drawers all with original flush fitting handles. The desk stands on original turned feet and has a velum green leather lined top with rising writing panel. In very good condition. 750mm high, 1110mm wide and 590mm deep. English. Circa 1850.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this Antique Mahogany Military Desk to the 1850s.

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SA1022303
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An unusual mid 19th century Military Desk, in dense mahogany and with nine oak lined, cock-beaded drawers all with original flush fitting handles.
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The desk stands on original turned feet and has a velum green leather lined top with rising writing panel.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

In very good condition. 750mm high, 1110mm wide and 590mm deep. English. Circa 1850.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this Antique Mahogany Military Desk to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1022303
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

English and continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects from the 18th & 19th centuries.

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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Mid-19th century mahogany military pedestal desk featuring brass flush handles, multiple drawers, and a green leather insert with a raised central writing slope.
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An Unusual Mid 19Th Century Military Desk

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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07712 651231
Location
Unit 1
Warren Farm Stables
Sundridge
Nr Sevenoaks
Kent
TN14 6EE
United Kingdom

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Mid-19th century mahogany military pedestal desk featuring brass flush handles, multiple drawers, and a green leather insert with a raised central writing slope.
An Unusual Mid 19Th Century Military Desk
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Mid-19th century mahogany military pedestal desk featuring brass flush handles, multiple drawers, and a green leather insert with a raised central writing slope.
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A mid-19th century military desk, often referred to as a campaign desk, was constructed for British military officers for use during travel and foreign deployments. These pieces were built for portability and durability, frequently featuring modular construction and flush-mounted hardware to prevent damage during transit.

Primary woods included dense mahogany, teak, or camphorwood, chosen for durability and resistance to warping in varied climates. Hardware typically consisted of solid flush brass handles, corner brackets, and keyhole escutcheons, while writing surfaces were inlaid with tool-embossed leather.

Authentic pieces feature recessed brass hardware that sits completely flush with the wood surface, hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, and original brass locks. Many authentic campaign desks disassemble into three distinct sections: two pedestals and a removable top writing surface.

A military desk functions as a functional centrepiece in a home office, library, or study. It pairs well with modern leather task seating, neutral wall finishes, and classic brass desk lamps to balance historical character with contemporary working needs.

Wood surfaces should be polished regularly with natural beeswax to preserve the patina and prevent drying. The leather inset requires periodic application of a neutral leather conditioner, while brass fittings should be cleaned with a soft dry cloth to avoid removing historical surface oxidisation.
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