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Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian
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Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian

19th century
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This is an antique naval architect's desk tidy. An English, mahogany organiser case, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.

Of superb proportion at just under 3' long - a spectacle upon the grandest of desks

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Select stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Chamfered lid opens upon brass hinges, with a brass handle to the fascia

Opening to reveal the arrangement of two storage compartments

This is a fine antique naval architect's desk tidy, with an attractive appearance and generous proportions. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home or office.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 87cm (34.25'')

Max Depth: 9cm (3.5'')

Max Height: 6cm (2.25'')

Left Compartment Width: 49cm (19.25'')

Left Compartment Depth: 5cm (2'')

Left Compartment Height: 3.5cm (1.5'')

Right Compartment Width: 34cm (13.5'')

Right Compartment Depth: 5cm (2'')

Right Compartment Height: 3.5cm (1.5'')

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Our Ref: 24472

Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Desk Tidy to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1082328
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24472
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Description
This is an antique naval architect's desk tidy. An English, mahogany organiser case, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.

Of superb proportion at just under 3' long - a spectacle upon the grandest of desks

fig 1. A long, slim Victorian mahogany desk tidy featuring a hinged lid and a decorative brass handle mounted on the front edge.
fig 1. Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Select stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Chamfered lid opens upon brass hinges, with a brass handle to the fascia

Opening to reveal the arrangement of two storage compartments

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This is a fine antique naval architect's desk tidy, with an attractive appearance and generous proportions.
London Fine Antiques

Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home or office.

fig 2. A long, slim Victorian mahogany desk tidy featuring a hinged lid and a decorative brass handle mounted on the front edge.
fig 2. Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 87cm (34.25'')

Max Depth: 9cm (3.5'')

Max Height: 6cm (2.25'')

Left Compartment Width: 49cm (19.25'')

Left Compartment Depth: 5cm (2'')

Left Compartment Height: 3.5cm (1.5'')

Right Compartment Width: 34cm (13.5'')

fig 3. A long, slim Victorian mahogany desk tidy featuring a hinged lid and a decorative brass handle mounted on the front edge.
fig 3. Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian

Right Compartment Depth: 5cm (2'')

Right Compartment Height: 3.5cm (1.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. A long, slim Victorian mahogany desk tidy featuring a hinged lid and a decorative brass handle mounted on the front edge.
fig 4. Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24472

Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Desk Tidy to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1082328
Dealers Internal Ref
24472
London Fine Antiques
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A Victorian architects desk tidy is a specialised wooden storage box designed during the nineteenth century to hold draughting instruments, rulers, and rolled technical drawings securely on a desk.

These pieces were typically constructed from high-grade hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, complemented by brass hinges, escutcheons, and decorative drop handles.

Authentic examples feature hand-cut dovetail joinery, original brass hardware with natural oxidisation, and uniform age-related wear along the base and timber surfaces.

A long wooden desk tidy can be placed on a modern executive desk or sideboard to contain stationery, cables, or office supplies while adding warm timber tones.

Maintain mahogany timber by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish periodically to preserve the original finish and protect against moisture.
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