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A Good Edwardian Mahogany Carlton House Desk.
Country Homes Antiques Stirling
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A Good Edwardian Mahogany Carlton House Desk.

1900 - 1920
Description

A good Edwardian crossbanded mahogany Carlton House desk. Upper fretted brass gallery above two banks of drawers with small cupboards on either side with key.

Three straight drawers with key, under a green leather working surface. Raised on tapered legs, brass casters. 2 key present.

Very nice condition throughout.

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
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Country Homes Antiques Stirling has dated this Edwardian Carlton House Desk to the Edwardian era.

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SA1206731
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500 pieces of quality antique furniture at Country Homes Antiques Stirling Scotland. View website. Trade welcome

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Description
A good Edwardian crossbanded mahogany Carlton House desk. Upper fretted brass gallery above two banks of drawers with small cupboards on either side with key.

Three straight drawers with key, under a green leather working surface. Raised on tapered legs, brass casters. 2 key present.

Very nice condition throughout.

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Date of Manufacture

Country Homes Antiques Stirling has dated this Edwardian Carlton House Desk to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1206731
Country Homes Antiques Stirling
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Fine period furniturnishings-timeless design

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An Edwardian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a raised U-shaped gallery of drawers, a brass rail, a green leather writing surface, and tapered square legs with castors.
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Archive I An Edwardian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a raised U-shaped gallery of drawers, a brass rail, a green leather writing surface, and tapered square legs with castors.

A Good Edwardian Mahogany Carlton House Desk.

Archive II An Edwardian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a raised U-shaped gallery of drawers, a brass rail, a green leather writing surface, and tapered square legs with castors. View II
Archive III An Edwardian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a raised U-shaped gallery of drawers, a brass rail, a green leather writing surface, and tapered square legs with castors. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a raised U-shaped gallery of drawers, a brass rail, a green leather writing surface, and tapered square legs with castors. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a raised U-shaped gallery of drawers, a brass rail, a green leather writing surface, and tapered square legs with castors. View V
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An Edwardian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a raised U-shaped gallery of drawers, a brass rail, a green leather writing surface, and tapered square legs with castors.
A Good Edwardian mahogany Carlton house desk.
Ref: SA1206731
An Edwardian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a raised U-shaped gallery of drawers, a brass rail, a green leather writing surface, and tapered square legs with castors.
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A Carlton House desk is a specific design of writing table featuring a central writing surface enclosed on three sides by a raised, U-shaped superstructure containing small drawers, cupboards, and letter compartments. Originally designed in the late 18th century for the Prince of Wales, the form remained popular through the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Edwardian examples were predominantly crafted from solid mahogany or satinwood, often featuring fine crossbanding and inlaid stringing. Writing surfaces were typically inset with tool-gilded leather, complemented by brass gallery rails, handles, and castors.

Authentic Edwardian pieces exhibit early 20th-century construction techniques, such as hand-cut dovetail joints, solid mahogany drawer linings, original brass hardware, and era-appropriate wear around the footrests and writing area. The proportions generally follow late 18th-century Sheraton-revival designs with square tapered legs.

These desks serve as focal points in dedicated home offices, libraries, or spacious drawing rooms. Complementing the warm mahogany tones with neutral walls, modern task lighting, and contemporary seating creates a balanced blend of traditional craft and contemporary functionality.

Keep the wood hydrated and protected by applying a quality beeswax polish along the grain once or twice a year, avoiding silicone-based sprays. Leather insets should be kept clean with a soft, slightly damp cloth and treated periodically with leather conditioner to prevent drying and cracking.
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