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Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Coromandel Wood Writing Desk to the 1870s.
Coromandel wood is a highly prized dense tropical hardwood used in the best quality furniture. It is one of the most valuable decorative hardwoods.
Wright & Mansfield, the partnership of Alfred Wright, a cabinet maker and Thomas Mansfield, a decorator, were one of the finest makers of marquetry furniture in London, working from circa 1860 to 1886. They were established at 3 Great Portland Street, and subsequently moved to 104 New Bond Street, London, until they closed in 1886. Despite their comparatively short commercial career they were the leading exponents of Adam and Sheraton Revival furniture of their time, and produced some spectacular furniture.
We had this item independently valued and it was given an insurance value of £5000.
Wood/Construction:
Coromandel Wood /Coromandel Wood Veneer / Mahogany
Condition Report:
In very good condition, The timber is of particularly good colour and figuring.
Dimensions:
Height 94 cm
Width 90 cm
Depth 55 cm
Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Coromandel Wood Writing Desk to the 1870s.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Antique Furniture Direct Profile Page
Victorian Wright & Mansfield Coromandel Wood Writing Desk
