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Edwardian Oak Desk and Chair
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

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Edwardian Oak Desk and Chair

1900 - 1920
Description

A wonderfully decorative Edwardian desk and chair set, crafted from solid oak and presented in excellent antique condition. The desk features an adjustable chair and footrest, with a seat height ranging from 48cm to 57.5cm. It boasts a shaped gallery, a dedicated groove for pens, and a glass inkwell with a circular slide-away disk. The writing slope lifts to reveal a spacious storage compartment, and the lid doubles as a blackboard, complete with a small shelf. Additionally, the desk retains its original removable book rest. Elegantly designed, the desk supports showcase beautiful inlay decoration and an X-stretcher. As with all antiques, minor imperfections are present, yet this remains a solid and highly decorative set with exceptional appeal.

Physical Dimensions
Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
67cm (26.38")
Depth
84cm (33.07")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Edwardian Oak School Desk to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1148967
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI3793
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All measurements are done to the widest point .

Please feel free to contact me with any enquiry or for more pictures .

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We can arrange to deliver any where in the world just let us know your destination and we will get a quote for you .

Here at Sinclair's Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best to ensure all our items are described and photographed to show any flaws or damage such as shrinkage splits, losses or lifts to veneer, repairs or marks. However giving the age and the fact that each piece will have had years of polishing to create its own individual character we cannot describe every minor mark separately and therefore recommend you either visit our warehouse or request extra photographs.

We offer a 7 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with any of your items purchased from us however cannot refund the return shipping cost.

If you are not sure please do not purchase without contacting us.

Description
A wonderfully decorative Edwardian desk and chair set, crafted from solid oak and presented in excellent antique condition. The desk features an adjustable chair and footrest, with a seat height ranging from 48cm to 57.5cm.
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It boasts a shaped gallery, a dedicated groove for pens, and a glass inkwell with a circular slide-away disk.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

The writing slope lifts to reveal a spacious storage compartment, and the lid doubles as a blackboard, complete with a small shelf. Additionally, the desk retains its original removable book rest. Elegantly designed, the desk supports showcase beautiful inlay decoration and an X-stretcher. As with all antiques, minor imperfections are present, yet this remains a solid and highly decorative set with exceptional appeal.

Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
67cm (26.38")
Depth
84cm (33.07")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Edwardian Oak School Desk to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1148967
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI3793
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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An antique Edwardian oak school desk featuring a slanted writing top, an attached slatted seat, lower shelf slats, and geometric marquetry inlay on the side panel.
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Archive I An antique Edwardian oak school desk featuring a slanted writing top, an attached slatted seat, lower shelf slats, and geometric marquetry inlay on the side panel.

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Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
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An antique Edwardian oak school desk featuring a slanted writing top, an attached slatted seat, lower shelf slats, and geometric marquetry inlay on the side panel.
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Edwardian writing desks from the early 20th century often feature functional designs, incorporating slanted writing tops, integrated seating, and subtle Arts and Crafts decorative elements like geometric marquetry inlays.

Solid oak was a primary timber used for durability, frequently paired with secondary woods for structural supports, iron fittings, or decorative wood marquetry inlays made of contrasting timbers.

Authentic pieces display period-correct joinery such as hand-cut construction, original hardware, natural timber oxidisation, and structural wear consistent with early 1900s craftsmanship.

An integrated desk unit works as a compact hallway console, a dedicated reading nook accent, or a functional study space in a bedroom, complementing both traditional and eclectic modern schemes.

Keep timber furniture away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent shrinkage, dust regularly with a soft lint-free cloth, and apply a quality beeswax polish periodically to preserve the finish.
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