A superb late 19th century mahogany writing desk by Edwards and Roberts of London. Of excellent construction and with fine attention to detail. The superstructure with a pair of stationary cupboards flanking a central recess with an open fretwork gallery above. The main desk with a series of 7 drawers and a writing surface fitted with a sumptuous leather. The drawers retain their original solid brass handles and are decorated with blind fretwork carving. All standing on quadrafoil cluster column legs. With a pair of pull-out slides to the sides. Finished to the rear so could be free-standing within a room if desired. Sympathetically refinished in our workshops and now offered for sale in excellent condition, with a good colour and patina.Dimensions:Width 122cmsWidth (with slides out) 182cmsDepth 66cmsOverall height 115cmsTable height 78cmsKnee hole clearance 61cmsEdwards & Roberts was founded in 1845, and had premises at 21 Wardour Street London. By 189...