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French Painted Kneehole Desk
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
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French Painted Kneehole Desk

19th century
Description

Very good French painted five drawer kneehole desk, black leather top, side extentions, original working locks with key, brass handles, in very good overall condition.

29" high

52" wide

82" wide with extentions

27.5" depth

23" knee height

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Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this French Painted Kneehole Desk to the 1880s.

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SA1220503
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Description
Very good French painted five drawer kneehole desk, black leather top, side extentions, original working locks with key, brass handles, in very good overall condition.

29" high

52" wide

82" wide with extentions

fig 1. A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer.
fig 1. French Painted Kneehole Desk

27.5" depth

23" knee height

FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND

EXCLUDES SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

FOR EUROPEAN AND WORLDWIDE DELIVERIES PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTE

You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

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Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham).
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

Date of Manufacture

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this French Painted Kneehole Desk to the 1880s.

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SA1220503
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
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Seven showrooms of excellent quality antiques and decorative items.

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Archive I A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer.

French Painted Kneehole Desk

Archive II A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View II
Archive III A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View III
Archive IV A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View IV
Archive V A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View V
Archive VI A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View VI
Archive VII A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View VII
Archive VIII A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View VIII
Archive IX A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View IX
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Archive XI A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View XI
Archive XII A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View XII
Archive XIII A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View XIII
Archive XIV A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View XIV
Archive XV A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View XV
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Archive XVII A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View XVII
Archive XVIII A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View XVIII
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Archive XX A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View XX
Archive XXI A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer. View XXI
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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07968 45 00 46
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Unit 5
The Elms Business Park
Appleby Magna
Derbyshire
DE12 7AP
United Kingdom
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A cream painted French kneehole desk featuring a black leather inset writing surface, curved cabriole legs, and brass drawer knobs with a key and tassel hanging from the central drawer.
French Painted Kneehole Desk
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A French painted kneehole desk is a traditional writing table characterised by a central recess for leg clearance, flanked by stacks of drawers or pedestals. These pieces frequently feature painted wood finishes, cabriole legs, and inset leather writing surfaces in keeping with French provincial aesthetics.

These desks are constructed using solid hardwood framing, often featuring soft paint or gesso washes. The writing surface typically incorporates a fitted leather insert, complemented by cast brass or bronze drawer knobs and keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, traditional secondary timber linings like pine or oak, and genuine wear patterns along natural touchpoints. Original locks, keys, and subtle natural craquelure in painted finishes also help confirm age and origin.

A painted kneehole desk creates a sophisticated focal point in a modern home office or study. Contrast the soft painted finish and curved cabriole legs with contemporary task lighting, sleek artwork, and neutral interior backdrops.

Dust painted wood surfaces regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners. To preserve the leather inset, apply a specialised leather balsam periodically and keep the desk away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or discolouration.
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