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Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Desk
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Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Desk

1900 - 1920
Description

A good quality antique Edwardian inlaid mahogany metamorphic writing desk dating from circa 1905. With a rectangular top with moulded edge and decorative inlaid detail, which lifts to reveal a pop-up tooled leather writing/work surface. The metamorphic writing desk is raised on four tapering legs each with brass and ceramic casters. Below the writing surface are 2 drawers with original decorative drop handles. The pop-up surface is operated with a small brass lever underneath the two drawers and lowered with a wooden switch to the top. Would be ideal for laptop work or for drawing/sketching.

Construction/Wood:

Mahogany

Condition Report:

Good colour and patina. Solid and sturdy. Wear and marks commensurate with age. Some small splits to the mahogany of the pop-up writing surface (photographed). Leather writing surface in good condition.

Dimensions:

Width: 68cm

Depth: 46cm

Height Closed: 77cm

Drawers Internal: 9cm High x 21cm Deep x 24cm Wide

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Desk to the Edwardian era.

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SA1161395
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A good quality antique Edwardian inlaid mahogany metamorphic writing desk dating from circa 1905.
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With a rectangular top with moulded edge and decorative inlaid detail, which lifts to reveal a pop-up tooled leather writing/work surface.
Antique Furniture Direct

The metamorphic writing desk is raised on four tapering legs each with brass and ceramic casters. Below the writing surface are 2 drawers with original decorative drop handles. The pop-up surface is operated with a small brass lever underneath the two drawers and lowered with a wooden switch to the top. Would be ideal for laptop work or for drawing/sketching.

fig 1. An Edwardian inlaid mahogany metamorphic writing desk featuring a hinged top panel, a gilt-tooled leather writing skiver, two drawers with brass handles, and square tapered legs.
fig 1. Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Desk

Construction/Wood:

Mahogany

Condition Report:

Good colour and patina. Solid and sturdy. Wear and marks commensurate with age. Some small splits to the mahogany of the pop-up writing surface (photographed). Leather writing surface in good condition.

Dimensions:

Width: 68cm

Depth: 46cm

Height Closed: 77cm

Drawers Internal: 9cm High x 21cm Deep x 24cm Wide

Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Desk to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161395
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An Edwardian inlaid mahogany metamorphic writing desk featuring a hinged top panel, a gilt-tooled leather writing skiver, two drawers with brass handles, and square tapered legs.
Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Desk
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FAQs

A metamorphic writing desk is a mechanical piece of furniture featuring hidden compartments or fold-out surfaces that transform the table into a functional workspace.

These desks were typically constructed from mahogany or walnut, featuring satinwood string inlay, gilt-tooled leather surfaces, and brass hardware.

Authentic Edwardian pieces often display delicate boxwood inlay, square tapered legs, brass castors, and precise joinery such as hand-cut dovetails inside drawers.

Position the piece against a feature wall or near a window, paired with a modern desk lamp and minimalist artwork to contrast the traditional timber craftsmanship.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, apply natural beeswax sparingly to the timber, and clean the leather skiver using specialised leather conditioner.
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