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A Good Example of a Shapland and Petter of Barnstaple Mahogany Desk.
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A Good Example of a Shapland and Petter of Barnstaple Mahogany Desk.

1900 - 1920
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A quality desk by a famous furniture maker, stamped on locks S&P with a B ,for Barnstaple. All nice timber , good condition with all original handles. Made in one piece and finished to back ,so can be free standing . Writing surface has been updated.size in inches 45wx24dx30t Ready for use in your home or office. Thank you for looking.

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Antiquus has dated this Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk to the 1920s.

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A quality desk by a famous furniture maker, stamped on locks S&P with a B ,for Barnstaple. All nice timber , good condition with all original handles. Made in one piece and finished to back ,so can be free standing . Writing surface has been updated.size in inches 45wx24dx30t Ready for use in your home or office. Thank you for looking.
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Antiquus has dated this Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk to the 1920s.

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An Edwardian mahogany kneehole writing desk featuring a green leather inset top, brass ring handles, and cabriole legs.
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Archive I An Edwardian mahogany kneehole writing desk featuring a green leather inset top, brass ring handles, and cabriole legs.

A good example of a Shapland and Petter of Barnstaple mahogany desk.

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An Edwardian mahogany kneehole writing desk featuring a green leather inset top, brass ring handles, and cabriole legs.
A good example of a Shapland and Petter of Barnstaple mahogany desk.
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An Edwardian mahogany kneehole writing desk featuring a green leather inset top, brass ring handles, and cabriole legs.
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Edwardian writing desks are known for combining classical proportions with functional storage, often featuring light mahogany timber, leather inset writing surfaces, and refined brass hardware.

These desks were typically crafted using solid hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut, featuring hand-dovetailed drawer boxes, gilded or plain leather writing inserts, and cast brass handles.

Authentic pieces often feature stamped drawer locks, stamped brassware, or metal makers plates bearing the Barnstaple cabinetmakers mark, along with high-grade joinery and distinct Arts and Crafts influence.

Place the desk as a focal point in a home office or library, juxtaposed with contemporary lighting and neutral walls to allow the rich timber tones and leather to stand out.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and polish periodically with natural beeswax, while applying specialised leather conditioner to the insert to prevent cracking.
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