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Art Deco Figured Walnut Desk
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Art Deco Figured Walnut Desk

1920 - 1940
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A stunning original Art Deco figured walnut desk. This was made in Aberdeen by James L. Archibald and Sons, it dates from the 1930’s.

It has an unusual design, the quality is absolutely amazing. One side is curved with a useful cabinet space, there is a single drawer in the middle with a bank of drawers on the right, and an additional cabinet attached to the end. The solid wood construction has beautiful figured walnut veneers, giving a striking effect. The walnut handles are original, and this is also beautifully polished on the back, so can be used as a free standing item.

We have had this stripped and re-polished to a very high standard, the condition is superb throughout.

Width – 130 cm , 51 inches

Depth – 55 cm , 22 inches

Height – 76 cm , 30 inches

Knee height – 61 cm , 24 inches

Knee width – 45 cm , 17.5 inches

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Art Deco Walnut Desk to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Reference Numbers
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SA1237209
Dealers Internal Reference
13570
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Description
A stunning original Art Deco figured walnut desk. This was made in Aberdeen by James L. Archibald and Sons, it dates from the 1930’s.

It has an unusual design, the quality is absolutely amazing.

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One side is curved with a useful cabinet space, there is a single drawer in the middle with a bank of drawers on the right, and an additional cabinet attached to the end.
Marylebone Antiques

The solid wood construction has beautiful figured walnut veneers, giving a striking effect. The walnut handles are original, and this is also beautifully polished on the back, so can be used as a free standing item.

fig 1. An Art Deco figured walnut desk featuring a curved pedestal cabinet, a stack of drawers with rectangular wooden handles, and a central kneehole drawer.
fig 1. Art Deco Figured Walnut Desk

We have had this stripped and re-polished to a very high standard, the condition is superb throughout.

Width – 130 cm , 51 inches

Depth – 55 cm , 22 inches

Height – 76 cm , 30 inches

Knee height – 61 cm , 24 inches

Knee width – 45 cm , 17.5 inches

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Art Deco Walnut Desk to the 1930s.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237209
Dealers Internal Ref
13570
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An Art Deco figured walnut desk featuring a curved pedestal cabinet, a stack of drawers with rectangular wooden handles, and a central kneehole drawer.
Art Deco Figured Walnut Desk
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialFigured Walnut, Timber
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurved pedestal, Figured veneer, Wooden block handles, Kneehole design
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 130 cm (51 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This original Art Deco desk dates from 1930 and originates from James L. Archibald and Sons in Aberdeen. Built from solid timber with figured walnut veneers, the piece displays a warm brown colour with striking natural wood grain patterns throughout its polished surfaces. The unusual design incorporates a curved left pedestal cabinet, a central kneehole drawer fitted with a keyhole, a bank of four graduated drawers on the right, and an additional cabinet attached to the far end. Each drawer and cabinet door uses a small rectangular wooden block handle. The entire structure stands at 76 cm high, 130 cm wide, and 55 cm deep. Suitable as a freestanding workspace in a home study or living room, the desk is finished on the back to allow placement away from a wall. The stripped and re-polished surfaces present a clean, uniform finish across the entire piece. The kneehole provides a practical seating space measuring 61 cm in height and 45 cm in width for daily administrative tasks or writing. The combination of curved and rectilinear elements provides functional storage compartments while maintaining the distinctive geometric aesthetic of the period.

FAQs

Originating in the 1920s and 1930s, Art Deco desks are characterised by geometric silhouettes, streamlined curves, and the extensive use of figured or burr walnut wood veneers.

These pieces were typically constructed with solid timber frames finished in high-grade veneers, incorporating book-matched grain patterns, dovetail drawer joints, and integrated timber or metal handles.

Authentic pieces display period construction techniques such as solid drawer linings, period locks, curved architectural lines, and natural age-related patination on the timber surface.

Pair the rich timber tones of the desk with neutral wall paint, simple contemporary task lighting, and a tailored leather office chair to highlight its distinctive geometric form.

Dust the surface using a dry, lint-free cloth, wipe up liquid spills immediately, avoid placement beside direct heat sources, and apply clear beeswax polish periodically to maintain the finish.
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