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Mahogany Desk
Midwinter Antiques
for sale €11,115     $12,065
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Mahogany Desk

18th century
Description

A very fine quality18th century mahogany desk of Chippendale style c.1760 with a fold over top, two doors to the front each housing four drawers. It has the original brown leather top, brass swan neck handles and carrying handles to the sides, sits on inverted castors and has finely carved discs to the corners of the doors. The back is a mirror image of the front with dummy cupboards therefore can free stand. The mahogany has wonderful figuring with rich colour and patina. it is a good small practical size giving extra workspace with the fold over top.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Declaration

Midwinter Antiques has dated this Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk to the Georgian era.

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SA1057226
Dealers Internal Reference
7657
Description
A very fine quality18th century mahogany desk of Chippendale style c.1760 with a fold over top, two doors to the front each housing four drawers.
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It has the original brown leather top, brass swan neck handles and carrying handles to the sides, sits on inverted castors and has finely carved discs to the corners of the doors.
Midwinter Antiques

The back is a mirror image of the front with dummy cupboards therefore can free stand. The mahogany has wonderful figuring with rich colour and patina. it is a good small practical size giving extra workspace with the fold over top.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Date of Manufacture

Midwinter Antiques has dated this Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1057226
Dealers Internal Ref
7657
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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An antique mahogany pedestal desk with a dark leather writing inset, brass handles, a stack of left-hand drawers, and a right-hand pedestal cupboard.
Mahogany desk
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A pedestal desk typically consists of a flat writing surface supported by two upright units, known as pedestals, which feature integrated drawers or cupboards flanking a central kneehole space. Popularised during the 18th century, this form provides structured organisation and substantial surface area for writing and study.

Classic desks of this period feature fine mahogany timber and veneers, often built over secondary softwoods like pine or oak for interior drawer construction. The writing surface is commonly fitted with a leather inlay, complemented by cast brass handles and mortise-and-tenon joinery.

Authentic historic examples display features such as hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, cast brass hardware, natural timber movement around panel joints, and historical wear along drawer runners. Most authentic pedestal desks are also constructed in three separate sectionsthe two pedestals and the topto allow for easier transport.

A mahogany pedestal desk functions well as a focal point placed centrally within an office or library, balanced by contemporary lighting and neutral textiles. Combining deep mahogany tones with modern upholstered seating or sleek brass fixtures creates a thoughtful dialogue between historical craft and modern design.

Dust the timber regularly with a dry cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish along the grain annually to maintain the finish. The leather top should be kept out of direct sunlight to prevent fading and conditioned occasionally using specialised leather care products.
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