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19th Century French Kingwood Cylinder Desk
Martlesham Antiques
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£2,550

Martlesham Antiques

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19th Century French Kingwood Cylinder Desk

19th century
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19th Century French Kingwood cylinder desk of exceptional quality, the top structure having a pierced brass gallery with a veined marble top and three drawers below with decorative ormolu moulding running along the bottom, the cylinder lifting up to reveal lovely fitted interior with various drawers and compartment space and a pull out writing slide with a beized writing surface, below the cylinder there are five oak lined drawers and shaped apron at the centre, supported on elegant square tapering legs with decorative ormolu mounts. Circa 1890.

35 1/2” x 20 1/2” x 44 1/2” high

90cms x 52cms x 113cms high

Physical Dimensions
Height
113cm (44.49")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Martlesham Antiques has dated this French Kingwood Cylinder Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1029658
Dealers Internal Reference
35260
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

Description
19th Century French Kingwood cylinder desk of exceptional quality, the top structure having a pierced brass gallery with a veined marble top and three drawers below with decorative ormolu moulding running along the bottom, the cylinder lifting up to reveal lovely fitted interior with various drawers and compartment space and a pull out writing slide with a beized writing surface, below the cylinder there are five oak lined drawers and shaped apron at the centre, supported on elegant square tapering legs with decorative ormolu mounts. Circa 1890.

35 1/2” x 20 1/2” x 44 1/2” high

90cms x 52cms x 113cms high

Height
113cm (44.49")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this French Kingwood Cylinder Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1029658
Dealers Internal Ref
35260
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Martlesham Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Martlesham Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers.
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Archive I A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers.

19th Century French Kingwood cylinder desk

Archive II A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View II
Archive III A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View XIII
Archive XIV A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View XIV
Archive XV A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View XV
Archive XVI A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View XVI
Archive XVII A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View XVII
Archive XVIII A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View XVIII
Archive XIX A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View XIX
Archive XX A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers. View XX
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A 19th-century French kingwood cylinder desk featuring parquetry veneering, gilt-brass mounts, tapered square legs, and a curved roll-top section over multiple small drawers.
19th Century French Kingwood cylinder desk
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A French cylinder desk, or bureau a cylindre, is a writing desk featuring a curved, quarter-cylindrical shutter that rolls back to reveal the interior writing surface and fitted drawers. Developed in 18th-century France, this design allowed users to instantly secure working documents by simply closing the revolving top.

These desks were typically constructed using fine exotic woods such as kingwood, tulipwood, and mahogany, often featuring geometric parquetry or marquetry veneers. They were further embellished with gilded bronze or brass mounts, known as ormolu, and often included leather-lined writing slides.

Authentic 19th-century French pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints, original oak or pine secondary drawer linings, and precisely cast, hand-chased brass mounts. Look for maker stamps or lock plates inscribed by prominent Parisian cabinetmakers of the period.

Position the desk as a focal point in a home office, hallway, or living area, pairing it with clean-lined seating or subtle task lighting. Its detailed woodwork contrasts well against neutral walls or modern minimalist artwork.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent veneer lifting or fading. Clean regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually to protect the wood finish.
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