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Quality Ash Arts and Crafts Style Knee Hole Writing Desk
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Quality Ash Arts and Crafts Style Knee Hole Writing Desk

19th century
Sold 14 July 2026 · Georgian Antiques
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Circa 1880. Quality ash Arts and Crafts style knee hole writing desk in the manner of Charles Bevan. The rectangular top with gilt-tooled burgundy leather writing surface above three frieze drawers with Arts and Crafts diagonal grooving and original gilded brass handles, supported on two banks of graduated drawers with unusual inset turned handles, and drawer linings in solid ash (sign of quality Scottish cabinetmaking). In excellent condition.

Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Arts and Crafts Desk to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
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SA1182430
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34455
Description
Circa 1880. Quality ash Arts and Crafts style knee hole writing desk in the manner of Charles Bevan. The rectangular top with gilt-tooled burgundy leather writing surface above three frieze drawers with Arts and Crafts diagonal grooving and original gilded brass handles, supported on two banks of graduated drawers with unusual inset turned handles, and drawer linings in solid ash (sign of quality Scottish cabinetmaking). In excellent condition.
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Arts and Crafts Desk to the 1880s.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1182430
Dealers Internal Ref
34455
Georgian Antiques
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An ash Arts and Crafts pedestal desk with a dark leather top and circular turned drawer pulls.
Quality ash Arts and Crafts style knee hole writing desk
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An ash Arts and Crafts pedestal desk with a dark leather top and circular turned drawer pulls.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialAsh, Brass, Leather
  • ColourLight Brown
  • MotifsTurned wooden drawer pulls, Diagonal reeded panelling, Brass ring handles, Inset leather writing surface
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 103 cm (41 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

The Arts and Crafts movement emerged in the late 19th century as a reaction against mass production, emphasising traditional craftsmanship, simple forms, and the natural qualities of materials.

Craftsmen typically utilised solid regional timbers such as oak, ash, and elm, often paired with hand-beaten copper, brass hardware, and leather inserts for writing surfaces.

Authentic pieces often feature visible construction details such as pegged joints, hand-planed surfaces, subtle carving, and utilitarian yet artistic metal fittings rather than machine-stamped ornamentation.

Pairing the piece with minimalist lighting and a comfortable upholstered chair allows the natural wood grain and historical character to serve as a focal point in a modern study.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying occasional microcrystalline wax, and cleaning gently with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
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