An elegant and highly decorative Edwardian mahogany and satinwood writing desk / dressing table dating to circa 1905, displaying exceptional craftsmanship and refined period design.Constructed from beautifully figured mahogany with contrasting satinwood panels, this charming piece is richly embellished with hand-painted floral decoration throughout. The fall-front writing surface features intricate painted swags, flowers and musical trophies, while the twin stationery cabinets retain their original painted oval panels, creating a wonderfully sophisticated appearance.The superstructure incorporates a central mirror flanked by two useful cupboards, one fitted with letter divisions and the other with stationery compartments and original inkwells. Below, a spacious drawer provides additional storage, while the elegant tapering legs are further enhanced with painted decoration and joined by a shaped undertier.Equally suited as a writing desk, ladies dressing table, hall piece or...