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Pretty Late Victorian Painted Kidney Shaped Desk
Ropeworks Antiques
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Ropeworks Antiques

Ropeworks Antiques

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Pretty Late Victorian Painted Kidney Shaped Desk

1900 - 1920
Description

A lovely late Nineteenth century painted kidney shaped desk.

Freestanding, in very nice condition, original leather has slight degradation.

Working lock and key.

Knee clearance 62cm.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Victorian Painted Kidney Desk to the 1900s.

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SA1133016
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ALSO ON INSTAGRAM - @ropeworksantiques

Shop is not open all the time and it is advised that if you are travelling far then it is best to call first.

Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

Keys present only if stated.

Description
A lovely late Nineteenth century painted kidney shaped desk.

Freestanding, in very nice condition, original leather has slight degradation.

Working lock and key.

Knee clearance 62cm.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Victorian Painted Kidney Desk to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1133016
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

Also on instagram - #ropeworksantiques

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A late Victorian kidney-shaped writing desk finished in green paint with hand-painted floral swags and an inset leather top.
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Archive I A late Victorian kidney-shaped writing desk finished in green paint with hand-painted floral swags and an inset leather top.

Pretty Late Victorian Painted Kidney Shaped Desk

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Ropeworks Antiques

Ropeworks Antiques
Telephone 07725 509949
Location
The Old Ropeworks
Kennet Place
Marlborough
SN8 1NG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ropeworksantiques
Verified Since Dec 2012
Items For Sale 275
Items Sold 1,678
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
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Location: The Old Ropeworks, Kennet Place , Marlborough, SN8 1NG, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/ropeworksantiques
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For Sale
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A late Victorian kidney-shaped writing desk finished in green paint with hand-painted floral swags and an inset leather top.
Pretty late Victorian painted kidney shaped desk
Ref: SA1133016
A late Victorian kidney-shaped writing desk finished in green paint with hand-painted floral swags and an inset leather top.
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Kidney-shaped desks, or bureau haricot, originated in 18th-century France during the Louis XV period. Designed with a curved front to sit comfortably around the writer, the style gained widespread popularity in Britain during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods as part of the Sheraton Revival movement.

Late Victorian painted furniture typically utilized hardwoods such as mahogany, satinwood, or birch, which were painted with polychrome floral motifs, classical ribbons, and swags. Writing surfaces were commonly inset with gilded or blind-tooled leather.

Authentic pieces display natural age-related craquelure or wear to the paint finish, hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawer construction, and original brass hardware or ivory/bone drawer pulls. The painted decorations should show fine, individual brushstrokes rather than printed transfers.

A painted kidney desk functions effectively as a focal writing table in a bedroom alcove, a hallway console, or a compact home office. Paired with a contemporary upholstered chair or modern desk lamp, the curved silhouette softens straight architectural lines.

Dust the painted surfaces gently with a soft dry cloth, avoiding chemical solvents that could strip the historical pigment. For the leather inset, apply a specialized leather conditioner periodically to prevent drying and cracking, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight.
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