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Edwardian Walnut American Roll Top Desk Circa 1910
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Edwardian Walnut American Roll Top Desk Circa 1910

1900 - 1920
Sold 18 February 2025 · Beresford Antiques LTD
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Walnut roll top desk made by the Forest City Furniture Company, Rockford, Illinois. It has its original lock and key and a lockable cupboard to the outer right hand pedestal The tambour is in good condition and runs smoothly The inner writing area has a green baize in excellent order The top section lifts off to aid movement Good condition and nicely patinated finish with the odd repair and mark commensurate with age

H to writing surface 80 cm

Date of Manufacture

Beresford Antiques LTD has dated this Walnut Roll Top Desk to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Reference Numbers
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SA1121529
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Description
Walnut roll top desk made by the Forest City Furniture Company, Rockford, Illinois. It has its original lock and key and a lockable cupboard to the outer right hand pedestal The tambour is in good condition and runs smoothly The inner writing area has a green baize in excellent order The top section lifts off to aid movement Good condition and nicely patinated finish with the odd repair and mark commensurate with age

H to writing surface 80 cm

Date of Manufacture

Beresford Antiques LTD has dated this Walnut Roll Top Desk to the 1910s.

Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Reference Numbers
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SA1121529
Beresford Antiques LTD
Beresford Antiques LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

Large antique furniture warehouse open to trade and public

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Archive I An Edwardian walnut roll top desk featuring a slatted tambour shutter, central brass lock, and multiple pedestal drawers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Edwardian Walnut American Roll Top Desk Circa 1910

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An Edwardian walnut roll top desk featuring a slatted tambour shutter, central brass lock, and multiple pedestal drawers.
Edwardian walnut American roll top desk circa 1910
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An Edwardian walnut roll top desk featuring a slatted tambour shutter, central brass lock, and multiple pedestal drawers.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTambour shutter, Pedestal configuration, Brass hardware, Pigeonhole interior
  • SizeH 122 cm (48 in) x W 153 cm (60 in) x D 85 cm (33 in)

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The roll top desk evolved from the 18th-century cylinder bureau, gaining mass popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries due to mass-production techniques that allowed for flexible tambour shutters.

These desks are traditionally constructed from hardwoods such as walnut, oak, or mahogany, featuring interlocking narrow wooden slats (tambour) glued to canvas or leather backings.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as dovetailing in the drawer construction, hand-cut screws, traditional brass hardware, and natural timber ageing rather than modern synthetic veneers.

Pair the piece with contemporary minimalist seating to create a striking contrast, allowing the rich wooden textures and historical craftsmanship to serve as a focal point in a study.

Maintain antique timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent wood cracking, and apply occasional traditional beeswax to nourish the finish.
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