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Small Mahogany Knee Hole Desk Circa 1800
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Small Mahogany Knee Hole Desk Circa 1800

19th century
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A delightful mahogany knee hole desk of small proportions circa 1800. With graduated drawers, a central cupboard with working lock and key and shaped bracket feet.

Height - 30" / 76cm

Width - 33" / 84cm

Depth - 17.5" / 45cm

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Fairford Barn Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Kneehole Desk to the 1800s.

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SA1235233
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113/802/487
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Description
A delightful mahogany knee hole desk of small proportions circa 1800. With graduated drawers, a central cupboard with working lock and key and shaped bracket feet.

Height - 30" / 76cm

Width - 33" / 84cm

Depth - 17.5" / 45cm

Date of Manufacture

Fairford Barn Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Kneehole Desk to the 1800s.

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SA1235233
Dealers Internal Ref
113/802/487
Fairford Barn Antiques
Fairford Barn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021

Sale of quality georgian and victorian furniture.

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An antique Georgian mahogany kneehole desk featuring brass swan-neck handles, a central recessed cupboard, and bracket feet.
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An antique Georgian mahogany kneehole desk featuring brass swan-neck handles, a central recessed cupboard, and bracket feet.
Small mahogany knee hole desk circa 1800
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An antique Georgian mahogany kneehole desk featuring brass swan-neck handles, a central recessed cupboard, and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSwan-neck brass handles, Bracket feet, Recessed kneehole cupboard, Dovetailed drawers

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The kneehole desk originated in England during the early 18th century, becoming popular throughout the Georgian period as a compact solution for writing and dressing rooms.

These desks were typically constructed using solid mahogany or oak primary timbers, featuring hand-cut dovetailed drawers and cast brass swan-neck handles.

Authentic pieces display hand-sawn timber drawer linings, hand-cut dovetail joinery, period-correct brass hardware, and natural wear patterns around the feet and keyholes.

Position the piece in a study alcove or hallway, pairing the warm mahogany wood tones with contemporary artwork and a modern desk lamp to balance historical and current aesthetics.

Position the desk away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent wood movement, and nourish the finish regularly using a high-quality beeswax.
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