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An Edwardian Mahogany Desk with Painted Swags and Musical Trophies
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An Edwardian Mahogany Desk with Painted Swags and Musical Trophies

1900 - 1920
Sold 23 November 2025 · Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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A fine quality mahogany pedestal desk, with ivorine label for Maple and co. Original painted decoration. The top has an old black and gilt tooled leather inset writing surface which is in very good condition, minor scuff marks, and has fine fiddleback mahogany banding The back has three mahogany panels enabling it to free stand in a room setting. Three drawers over an arrangement of cupboards. A decorative, attractive piece of English furniture in lovely cared for condition.

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Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
147cm (57.87")
Declaration

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the Edwardian era.

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SA1094552
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A fine quality mahogany pedestal desk, with ivorine label for Maple and co. Original painted decoration. The top has an old black and gilt tooled leather inset writing surface which is in very good condition, minor scuff marks, and has fine fiddleback mahogany banding The back has three mahogany panels enabling it to free stand in a room setting. Three drawers over an arrangement of cupboards. A decorative, attractive piece of English furniture in lovely cared for condition.
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
147cm (57.87")
Date of Manufacture

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the Edwardian era.

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SA1094552
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Christine Kavanagh Antiques

Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Telephone 07850 463 173
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1 - 3 Castlegate
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 1AZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/christinekavanagh
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An Edwardian mahogany pedestal desk featuring a dark leather top, multiple drawers, and cabinet doors adorned with painted floral swags and musical trophies.
An Edwardian mahogany desk with painted swags and musical trophies
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An Edwardian mahogany pedestal desk featuring a dark leather top, multiple drawers, and cabinet doors adorned with painted floral swags and musical trophies.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHand-painted floral swags, Musical trophies, Inlaid banding, Brass drop handles
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 147 cm (58 in)

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Edwardian furniture, produced during the reign of King Edward VII from 1901 to 1910, often lighter and more eclectic than heavy Victorian pieces, frequently drawing inspiration from Georgian and Sheraton revivals with delicate inlay and painted decorations.

These pieces typically utilized solid timbers like mahogany, satinwood, and walnut, often enhanced with boxwood stringing, marquetry, hand-painted floral motifs, and leather writing inserts.

Authentication involves examining drawer construction techniques such as hand-cut dovetails, assessing timber ageing, and inspecting the hand-painted details and brass hardware for period-appropriate wear and manufacturing methods.

Pairing the ornate woodwork with contemporary seating and minimalist lighting creates a balanced juxtaposition that highlights the historic craftsmanship within a modern space.

Maintaining these pieces requires keeping them away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber cracking, applying occasional quality beeswax, and using soft cloths for cleaning.
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