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Victorian Mahogany Cylinder Top Desk
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Victorian Mahogany Cylinder Top Desk

19th century
Sold 11 October 2024 · Rawlings Antiques
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Description

Wonderful Victorian mahogany cylinder top desk circa 1860 .

The desk has a large slide out work top with three inset leather surfaces the centre insert lifts and can be adjustable ,the left hand panel lifts to reveal a well and secret drawer , the right insert lifts to reveal extra storage . there are six satinwood veneered drawers and cubby holes . the cylinder top opens and closes as it should .

Each pedestal has three graduating mahogany lined drawers .

The Desk is in very good clean condition and has a wonderful colour .

It comes in three sections for transport .

We can arrange delivery through out the UK and ship worldwide ,please enquire for our competitive prices

Date of Manufacture

Rawlings Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Cylinder Desk to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Reference Numbers
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SA1072709
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Description
Wonderful Victorian mahogany cylinder top desk circa 1860 .

The desk has a large slide out work top with three inset leather surfaces the centre insert lifts and can be adjustable ,the left hand panel lifts to reveal a well and secret drawer , the right insert lifts to reveal extra storage . there are six satinwood veneered drawers and cubby holes . the cylinder top opens and closes as it should .

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany cylinder desk with a roll-top mechanism, fitted interior drawers, and a pull-out leather-lined writing surface above two pedestals of drawers.
fig 1. Victorian Mahogany Cylinder Top Desk

Each pedestal has three graduating mahogany lined drawers .

The Desk is in very good clean condition and has a wonderful colour .

It comes in three sections for transport .

“
We can arrange delivery through out the UK and ship worldwide ,please enquire for our competitive prices.
Rawlings Antiques
Date of Manufacture

Rawlings Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Cylinder Desk to the Victorian era.

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Reference Numbers
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SA1072709
Rawlings Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2017
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Archive I A Victorian mahogany cylinder desk with a roll-top mechanism, fitted interior drawers, and a pull-out leather-lined writing surface above two pedestals of drawers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Mahogany Cylinder Top Desk

Archive II A Victorian mahogany cylinder desk with a roll-top mechanism, fitted interior drawers, and a pull-out leather-lined writing surface above two pedestals of drawers. View II
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A Victorian mahogany cylinder desk with a roll-top mechanism, fitted interior drawers, and a pull-out leather-lined writing surface above two pedestals of drawers.
Victorian mahogany cylinder top desk
Ref: SA1072709
A Victorian mahogany cylinder desk with a roll-top mechanism, fitted interior drawers, and a pull-out leather-lined writing surface above two pedestals of drawers.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurved cylinder front, Pedestal base with drawers, Fitted interior pigeonholes, Leather inset writing slide
  • SizeH 102 cm (40 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 70 cm (28 in)

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Originating in the 19th century, the cylinder desk evolved from earlier French bureau plat and rolltop designs, offering a mechanism to conceal correspondence and writing materials while maintaining an organised workspace.

These pieces typically feature solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary softwoods, incorporating dovetailed drawer construction, curved tambour or solid wooden cylinders, and hand-tooled leather writing surfaces.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting dovetail joints for hand-cut irregularity, examining secondary woods for age-appropriate oxidisation, checking for traditional brass hardware, and looking for maker marks or stamps.

This piece functions effectively as a focal point in a home study or library, paired with a complementary leather desk chair and minimal modern accessories to balance the rich wood tones.

Maintain wood moisture levels by avoiding direct sunlight and heat sources, apply quality beeswax periodically to nourish the mahogany, and clean leather inserts with a dry or barely damp cloth.
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