A fine quality Edwardian satinwood hand-painted writing desk dating from circa 1900.This elegant piece is crafted in beautifully figured satinwood and decorated throughout with delicate hand-painted floral and neoclassical motifs.The upper section features a shaped gallery back with a central floral painted cartouche and two cupboard doors, each decorated with oval portrait panels depicting classical female figures.Between the cupboards sits a central drawer and open compartment for stationery and writing accessories.The lower section provides three drawers including a long central drawer, all decorated with painted floral swags and fitted with original handles.The desk stands on slender tapering satinwood legs decorated with painted neoclassical detailing, giving the piece an elegant and refined appearance typical of Edwardian decorative furniture.The warm golden colour of the satinwood combined with the hand-painted decoration makes this a particularly strikin...