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A Substantial Library Desk in the George III Style
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
for sale €7,605     $8,255
£6,500
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.

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A Substantial Library Desk in the George III Style

19th century
Description

Currently in unrestored original condition, please contact us for further information.

Free standing, in mahogany and of serpentine form, the desk sits, of pedestal form is on a moulded plinth base, has nine lockable drawers, with cock beading, and well cast handles. The inset writing surface is in gilt tooled hide.

English, circa 1870

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
142cm (55.91")
Depth
83cm (32.68")
Declaration

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. has dated this George III Pedestal Desk to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1074113
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6379
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This item is currently in its original, unrestored condition. Please contact us for further information.

We are also happy to arrange door to door shipping for any item to any destination in the UK or worldwide, please get in touch if you have any questions.

Description
Currently in unrestored original condition, please contact us for further information.
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Free standing, in mahogany and of serpentine form, the desk sits, of pedestal form is on a moulded plinth base, has nine lockable drawers, with cock beading, and well cast handles.
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.

The inset writing surface is in gilt tooled hide.

English, circa 1870

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
142cm (55.91")
Depth
83cm (32.68")
Date of Manufacture

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. has dated this George III Pedestal Desk to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1074113
Dealers Internal Ref
6379
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

18th and 18th century english, french & italian furniture & decorative arts

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Butchoff Antiques Ltd. Profile Page

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Butchoff Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA 

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A George III style mahogany pedestal library desk featuring a leather writing surface, serpentine contoured front, nine drawers, and brass bail handles.
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Archive I A George III style mahogany pedestal library desk featuring a leather writing surface, serpentine contoured front, nine drawers, and brass bail handles.

A SUBSTANTIAL LIBRARY DESK IN THE GEORGE III STYLE

Archive II A George III style mahogany pedestal library desk featuring a leather writing surface, serpentine contoured front, nine drawers, and brass bail handles. View II
Archive III A George III style mahogany pedestal library desk featuring a leather writing surface, serpentine contoured front, nine drawers, and brass bail handles. View III
Archive IV A George III style mahogany pedestal library desk featuring a leather writing surface, serpentine contoured front, nine drawers, and brass bail handles. View IV
Archive V A George III style mahogany pedestal library desk featuring a leather writing surface, serpentine contoured front, nine drawers, and brass bail handles. View V
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A George III style mahogany pedestal library desk featuring a leather writing surface, serpentine contoured front, nine drawers, and brass bail handles.
A SUBSTANTIAL LIBRARY DESK IN THE GEORGE III STYLE
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A George III style mahogany pedestal library desk featuring a leather writing surface, serpentine contoured front, nine drawers, and brass bail handles.
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George III style furniture, originating from the mid-to-late 18th century in Britain, is defined by classical symmetry, mahogany timber construction, carved detailing, and influence from designers such as Thomas Chippendale and George Hepplewhite.

These desks are typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, featuring secondary timbers such as oak or pine for drawer linings, inset leather writing tops, and cast brass handles.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-planed drawer bottoms, natural wood oxidisation inside construction frame gaps, and period-appropriate brass hardware.

A substantial mahogany desk serves as a focal point in a dedicated study, paired with contemporary task lighting, modern artwork, or neutral wall colours to balance the deep wood tones.

Clean the wood with a soft cloth and apply beeswax periodically to maintain moisture, while keeping the leather inset conditioned with specialised leather cream and out of direct sunlight.
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