Antique Victorian Mahogany Leather Top Knee Hole Desk

19th century

Sold by Marylebone Antiques

Description

A wonderful antique Victorian mahogany leather top knee hole desk. This was made in England, it dates from around 1860-1880.

It is of superb quality and is a lovely size. This is all one piece with a built in knee hole giving rise to the term ‘knee hole’ desk. The top is inset with a high quality leather writing surface, which is hand coloured and gold tooled around the edges. This sits on plinth bases, it is nicely finished on the rear with a paneled back, so this can be used as a free standing item. There are lots of generous drawers, all running smoothly with fine, hand cut dovetailed joints and beautifully turned mahogany handles.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age. The mahogany has a gorgeous colour tone and impressive grain patterns, there are various very small marks and signs of old wear remaining beneath the polish in places. Overall this has a stunning patina.

One very good feature, is the generous kneehole space, which is hard to find in a desk of these proportions.

Width – 43 inches , 109 cm

Depth – 20 inches , 51 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 58 cm

Knee width – 19 inches , 48 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

76cm (29.92")

Width

109cm (42.91")

Depth

51cm (20.08")

Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1049825

Dealers Internal Reference

7989

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Description

A wonderful antique Victorian mahogany leather top knee hole desk. This was made in England, it dates from around 1860-1880.

It is of superb quality and is a lovely size. This is all one piece with a built in knee hole giving rise to the term ‘knee hole’ desk.

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The top is inset with a high quality leather writing surface, which is hand coloured and gold tooled around the edges.

Marylebone Antiques

This sits on plinth bases, it is nicely finished on the rear with a paneled back, so this can be used as a free standing item. There are lots of generous drawers, all running smoothly with fine, hand cut dovetailed joints and beautifully turned mahogany handles.

fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Leather Top Knee Hole Desk

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age. The mahogany has a gorgeous colour tone and impressive grain patterns, there are various very small marks and signs of old wear remaining beneath the polish in places. Overall this has a stunning patina.