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Edwardian Mahogany Serpentine Inlaid Desk.
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Edwardian Mahogany Serpentine Inlaid Desk.

1900 - 1920
Sold 8 October 2024 · Ruby Antiques
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Beautifully made Serpentine shape seven drawer knee hole Desk with original Handles and locks original finish shaped gallery back fluted moulding to edge of top ,with four square tapering legs finishing on original brass casters all in good condition. The Desk has no breaks or wood worm it is ready to use. The measurements are 34 inches high to the top of the gallery, the height to the writing top is 30 inches high x48.25 inches wide x 23 inches deep. 65

Physical Dimensions
Height
76.2cm (30.00")
Width
122.5cm (48.23")
Depth
58.4cm (22.99")
Declaration

Ruby Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Serpentine Desk to the Edwardian era.

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SA1090435
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Description
Beautifully made Serpentine shape seven drawer knee hole Desk with original Handles and locks original finish shaped gallery back fluted moulding to edge of top ,with four square tapering legs finishing on original brass casters all in good condition. The Desk has no breaks or wood worm it is ready to use.
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The measurements are 34 inches high to the top of the gallery, the height to the writing top is 30 inches high x48.
Ruby Antiques

25 inches wide x 23 inches deep. 65

Height
76.2cm (30.00")
Width
122.5cm (48.23")
Depth
58.4cm (22.99")
Date of Manufacture

Ruby Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Serpentine Desk to the Edwardian era.

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SA1090435
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Ruby Antiques
Telephone 07733 264 767
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Dawes Farm
Taunton Road
Bridgewater
Somerset
TA6 6PS
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rubyantiques
Verified Since Apr 2021
Items For Sale 53
Items Sold 205
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An Edwardian mahogany serpentine desk featuring multiple drawers with brass swing handles and intricate inlay detail.
Edwardian Mahogany Serpentine Inlaid Desk.
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An Edwardian mahogany serpentine desk featuring multiple drawers with brass swing handles and intricate inlay detail.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Boxwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, String inlay, Brass swing handles, Tapered legs
  • SizeH 76.2 cm (30 in) x W 122.5 cm (48 in) x D 58.4 cm (23 in)

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Edwardian furniture, produced during the reign of King Edward VII, often drew inspiration from earlier Georgian and Sheraton revivals, favouring lighter proportions, graceful lines, and delicate inlay work compared to heavy Victorian pieces.

These desks were typically constructed from solid timbers such as mahogany, often accented with satinwood stringing, boxwood banding, and fitted with cast brass or bronze hardware and dovetailed drawer joints.

Authenticity is assessed by examining timber ageing, hand-cut dovetails, secondary woods inside drawers, original lock mechanisms, and natural wear patterns on the drawer runners and brass fixtures.

Pair the piece with modern minimalist seating and abstract art to create a striking contrast between historical craftsmanship and clean, contemporary lines.

Maintain the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying a traditional beeswax polish to nourish the grain.
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