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Antique Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk
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Antique Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk

19th century
Sold 24 October 2024 · Marylebone Antiques
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A beautiful antique mahogany kidney shaped desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1890-1910 period.

This actually has a brass placque in the top drawer from when it was presented as a gift in 1947. The wood is a tightly figured fiddleback mahogany, with walnut cross banding on the drawer fronts. The drawers have high quality brass ring pull handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. This has a lovely kidney shape, the top is inset faded black leather. The stretchered base is beautifully designed, this has a polished back so can be used as a free standing item.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 52 inches , 131 cm

Depth – 25 inches , 63 cm

Height – 30 inches , 75 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 59 cm

Knee width – 19 inches , 49 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
131cm (51.57")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Mahogany Kidney Desk to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1090930
Dealers Internal Reference
8972
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Description
A beautiful antique mahogany kidney shaped desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1890-1910 period.

This actually has a brass placque in the top drawer from when it was presented as a gift in 1947. The wood is a tightly figured fiddleback mahogany, with walnut cross banding on the drawer fronts. The drawers have high quality brass ring pull handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. This has a lovely kidney shape, the top is inset faded black leather.

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The stretchered base is beautifully designed, this has a polished back so can be used as a free standing item.
Marylebone Antiques
fig 1. An antique mahogany kidney-shaped desk featuring a dark leather top, multiple drawers with brass ring pulls, turned legs, and an interconnected stretcher base.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 52 inches , 131 cm

Depth – 25 inches , 63 cm

Height – 30 inches , 75 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 59 cm

Knee width – 19 inches , 49 cm

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
131cm (51.57")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Mahogany Kidney Desk to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1090930
Dealers Internal Ref
8972
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Archive I An antique mahogany kidney-shaped desk featuring a dark leather top, multiple drawers with brass ring pulls, turned legs, and an interconnected stretcher base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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An antique mahogany kidney-shaped desk featuring a dark leather top, multiple drawers with brass ring pulls, turned legs, and an interconnected stretcher base.
Antique Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk
Ref: SA1090930
An antique mahogany kidney-shaped desk featuring a dark leather top, multiple drawers with brass ring pulls, turned legs, and an interconnected stretcher base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsKidney-shaped top, Brass ring pulls, Turned legs, H-stretcher base
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 131 cm (52 in) x D 63 cm (25 in)

FAQs

Kidney-shaped desks first gained popularity during the late 18th century in France and England, favoured for their ergonomic curved front which allowed the user to sit comfortably within reach of all sections of the desktop.

Authentic period pieces are typically crafted from solid timbers and veneers such as mahogany, satinwood, or walnut, frequently featuring hand-tooled leather or leatherette writing surfaces and cast brass hardware.

Authentication involves examining the construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawer construction, timber shrinkage patterns, aged patination on the brasses, and period-appropriate wood species.

Positioning the desk as a freestanding centrepiece in a home office or living room allows the curved silhouette to create a sophisticated focal point, paired with a minimalist modern chair for contrast.

Preservation requires keeping the wooden surfaces away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, applying quality beeswax periodically, and cleaning leather inserts with a dry or barely damp cloth.
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