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Early 19th Century Mahogany Extending Library / Desk
James R Millington Antiques
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James R Millington Antiques

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Early 19th Century Mahogany Extending Library / Desk

19th century
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A early 19th century mahogany extending library table / desk dating from around 1840. The table standing on turned and fluted legs with brass cup casters. A beaded decorative edge with dummy drawers. The is a single drawer to each side , with two pull out extending leaves. The table size with the leaves out is 193 cm wide 101 cm deep,

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
119cm (46.85")
Depth
101cm (39.76")
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James R Millington Antiques has dated this Extending Mahogany Library Desk to the 1800s.

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SA1207859
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A early 19th century mahogany extending library table / desk dating from around 1840. The table standing on turned and fluted legs with brass cup casters. A beaded decorative edge with dummy drawers. The is a single drawer to each side , with two pull out extending leaves. The table size with the leaves out is 193 cm wide 101 cm deep,
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
119cm (46.85")
Depth
101cm (39.76")
Date of Manufacture

James R Millington Antiques has dated this Extending Mahogany Library Desk to the 1800s.

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SA1207859
James R Millington Antiques
James R Millington Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Dealing in antique, victorian, pre-1940's furniture. Ideal for trade and export.

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James R Millington Antiques

James R Millington Antiques
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Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
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James R Millington Antiques
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An early nineteenth century mahogany extending library desk with side pull-out trays, reeded turned legs, and brass castors.
Early 19th century mahogany extending library / desk
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Library desks gained prominence during the Georgian and Regency periods as private study rooms became standard features in grand residences. Designed for reading, writing, and administrative tasks, these tables were crafted from high-grade hardwoods and often featured pull-out slides to expand the workspace.

Craftsmen predominantly used solid mahogany and mahogany veneers due to the timbers stability and rich grain pattern. Secondary timbers such as pine or oak were used for internal drawer linings, while cast brass was selected for castors and hardware.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints on internal drawer construction, hand-planed timber surfaces, and original cast brass castors. Examination of the underside often reveals secondary wood construction methods consistent with early nineteenth-century cabinetmaking.

Position the desk centrally within a dedicated home office or study to serve as a freestanding focal point. Pair the timber structure with modern leather seating or contemporary desk accessories to create an eclectic work environment.

Maintain mahogany surfaces by dusting regularly with a clean, dry microfibre cloth and applying natural beeswax annually. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and finish discolouration.
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