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Fine Late 18th C. Mahogany Desk with Carved Feet
Treasure Trove Worcester not in use
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Treasure Trove Worcester not in use

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Fine Late 18th C. Mahogany Desk with Carved Feet

18th century
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Fine Late 18th c. Mahogany Desk with Carved Feet

Late 18th c., c.1790

Crisply carved period desk of desirable proportions in a rich plum pudding mahogany.

Top section with central lift-up panel and sides opening outwards.

Three drawers to each side with central kneehole door

A really exceptional piece of fine period furniture removed from a stately home in Worcestershire

Measures 93 x 52 x 79 (height) cm

Very good condition. Restored split to top and repair to one foot. Attractive colour to the whole

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Treasure Trove Worcester not in use has dated this Antique Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the 18th Century.

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SA1111923
Description
Fine Late 18th c. Mahogany Desk with Carved Feet

Late 18th c., c.1790

Crisply carved period desk of desirable proportions in a rich plum pudding mahogany.

Top section with central lift-up panel and sides opening outwards.

fig 1. Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath.
fig 1. Fine Late 18th C. Mahogany Desk with Carved Feet

Three drawers to each side with central kneehole door

A really exceptional piece of fine period furniture removed from a stately home in Worcestershire

Measures 93 x 52 x 79 (height) cm

Very good condition. Restored split to top and repair to one foot. Attractive colour to the whole

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Treasure Trove Worcester not in use has dated this Antique Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1111923
Treasure Trove Worcester not in use
Treasure Trove Worcester not in use
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Archive I Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath.

Fine Late 18th c. Mahogany Desk with Carved Feet

Archive II Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath. View II
Archive III Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath. View III
Archive IV Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath. View IV
Archive V Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath. View V
Archive VI Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath. View VI
Archive VII Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath. View VII
Archive VIII Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath. View VIII
Archive IX Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath. View IX
Archive X Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath. View X
Archive XI Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath. View XI
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Treasure Trove Worcester not in use

Treasure Trove Worcester not in use
Telephone 01905 799928
Location
50 Barbourne Road
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1JA
United Kingdom
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Treasure Trove Worcester not in use
Treasure Trove Worcester not in use
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Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath.
Fine Late 18th c. Mahogany Desk with Carved Feet
Ref: SA1111923
Late 18th-century mahogany kneehole desk featuring carved lion paw feet, brass ring drawer handles, and a central cupboard door decorated with a carved laurel wreath.
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Kneehole desks gained widespread popularity during the 18th century as compact writing solutions for private libraries and studies. Constructed primarily from imported mahogany, these pieces combined practical drawer storage with a central recessed kneehole, often incorporating a small cupboard for securing documents.

Authentic pieces from this period were built using dense hardwoods such as Cuban mahogany, featuring hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, oak or pine secondary woods, and solid brass drop handles or ring pulls. Architectural carving was executed entirely by hand directly into the solid timber.

Look for signs of hand-craftsmanship, including irregular dovetail joints, hand-planed drawer bottoms, and authentic age-related shrinkage in the timber panels. Cast brass hardware should show minor hand-finished variations, and original carved elements like paw feet will display subtle asymmetry.

Position the desk as a focal point within a home office or library, balanced by contemporary lighting and neutral wall tones. Pairing rich mahogany with modern leather seating or textured wool rugs creates an appealing contrast between traditional craftsmanship and modern design.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the timber patination. Avoid placing the piece in direct sunlight or near radiator heat sources to prevent cracking and timber shrinkage.
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