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19th Century Aesthetic Movement Satin Wood and Mahogany Desk
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19th Century Aesthetic Movement Satin Wood and Mahogany Desk

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This is a beautifully made 19th century Aesthetic movement desk. The desk is made from mahogany and a form of satin wood that gives the drawer fronts a fabulous sheen. The contrast between the two woods give this desk an unusual style that I adore. The drawers all run smoothly and close flush. The left side is all individual drawers and the right has a double depth drawer at the bottom. Overall condition is good with attractive patina throughout. The top has minor fading to the front edge and the bottom drawers on both sides have replaced rings. Another detail I like is within the knee hole there is a pedestal for your feet that is actually a secret compartment.

Height 78cm Width 132cm Depth 54cm

Knee hole H62cm W51cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

TallBoy Interiors has dated this Satinwood Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

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SA1219195
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SKU00002552
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This is a beautifully made 19th century Aesthetic movement desk.
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The desk is made from mahogany and a form of satin wood that gives the drawer fronts a fabulous sheen.
TallBoy Interiors

The contrast between the two woods give this desk an unusual style that I adore. The drawers all run smoothly and close flush. The left side is all individual drawers and the right has a double depth drawer at the bottom. Overall condition is good with attractive patina throughout. The top has minor fading to the front edge and the bottom drawers on both sides have replaced rings. Another detail I like is within the knee hole there is a pedestal for your feet that is actually a secret compartment.

Height 78cm Width 132cm Depth 54cm

Knee hole H62cm W51cm

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated this Satinwood Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

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SA1219195
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002552
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Archive I A 19th-century Aesthetic Movement pedestal desk crafted with satinwood drawer fronts, mahogany borders, brass drop handles, and a central kneehole. SOLD2 SEP 26

19th Century Aesthetic Movement Satin Wood and Mahogany Desk

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A 19th-century Aesthetic Movement pedestal desk crafted with satinwood drawer fronts, mahogany borders, brass drop handles, and a central kneehole.
19th Century Aesthetic movement Satin wood and mahogany desk
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A 19th-century Aesthetic Movement pedestal desk crafted with satinwood drawer fronts, mahogany borders, brass drop handles, and a central kneehole.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAesthetic Movement
  • MaterialSatinwood, Mahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSatinwood drawer fronts, Brass drop handles, Plinth base, Central kneehole
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 132 cm (52 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

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Originating in the late 19th century, Aesthetic Movement pedestal desks emphasise craftsmanship, decorative timber veneers like satinwood, and geometric proportions designed for study and administration.

These desks typically feature solid mahogany internal framing, figured satinwood drawer fronts, mahogany crossbanding, hand-cut dovetail joints, and cast brass drop handles.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joinery, original brass hardware displaying natural oxidisation, solid timber drawer linings, and age-consistent wear along the plinth base and kneehole.

Position the desk in a home library or against a neutral wall, paired with a modern task lamp and a structured leather chair to balance historical design with functional workspace needs.

Keep timber surfaces away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent veneer movement, and clean periodically with a dry microfibre cloth followed by natural beeswax polishing.
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