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French Desks Antique Empire Knee Hole Bureau Desk 1890
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French Desks Antique Empire Knee Hole Bureau Desk 1890

19th century
Description

Elegant French Empire knee hole desk we date to circa 1890

Wonderful French desk with brass channelled inlay

Such a good look to this piece, refined and very stylish from all angles

Easy to move as on castors, great for a home office set up

Nine drawers so ample storage space

Purchased from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets

Please let us know if you would like to view this piece in our Canonbury Antiques Herts showroom, just 25 minutes north of London

Offered in great shape ready for home use right away

We ship to every corner of the planet - please get in touch for a shipping quote

Dimensions are in inches (CM)

Width x Depth x Height

48 (121) x 26 (66) x 28 (71)

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
121cm (47.64")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated this Antique French Kneehole Desk to the 1890s.

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SA1239940
Description
Elegant French Empire knee hole desk we date to circa 1890

Wonderful French desk with brass channelled inlay

Such a good look to this piece, refined and very stylish from all angles

Easy to move as on castors, great for a home office set up

fig 1. An antique French Empire mahogany kneehole desk featuring a green leather inset writing surface, nine drawers with brass handles, and brass castors.
fig 1. French Desks Antique Empire Knee Hole Bureau Desk 1890

Nine drawers so ample storage space

Purchased from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets

“
Please let us know if you would like to view this piece in our Canonbury Antiques Herts showroom, just 25 minutes north of London.
Canonbury Antiques
fig 2. An antique French Empire mahogany kneehole desk featuring a green leather inset writing surface, nine drawers with brass handles, and brass castors.
fig 2. French Desks Antique Empire Knee Hole Bureau Desk 1890

Offered in great shape ready for home use right away

We ship to every corner of the planet - please get in touch for a shipping quote

Dimensions are in inches (CM)

Width x Depth x Height

48 (121) x 26 (66) x 28 (71)

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
121cm (47.64")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this Antique French Kneehole Desk to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239940
Canonbury Antiques
Canonbury Antiques
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London UK antiques & decorative arts - ships globally

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An antique French Empire mahogany kneehole desk featuring a green leather inset writing surface, nine drawers with brass handles, and brass castors.
French Desks Antique Empire Knee Hole Bureau Desk 1890
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An antique French Empire mahogany kneehole desk featuring a green leather inset writing surface, nine drawers with brass handles, and brass castors.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Empire
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsLeather inset top, Brass drop handles, Kneehole recess, Brass castors
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 121 cm (48 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

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French Empire style furniture, prevalent in the 19th century, is recognised by its symmetrical structure, dark polished hardwoods such as mahogany, decorative brass or bronze mounts, and classical architectural proportions.

These desks are predominantly constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, featuring hand-carved drawer frames, brass hardware, and inset leather writing surfaces on the top.

Authentic pieces from this period exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer construction, natural oxidisation on brass handles, accurate historic proportions, and realistic age-related wear to the wood finish and leather insert.

Position the desk centrally as a focal point, pairing the rich mahogany and leather top with modern neutral wall tones, contemporary lighting, and minimalist desk accessories to contrast traditional and modern elements.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting. Clean the mahogany with a soft cloth and beeswax polish, while using specialist leather conditioners to maintain the inset surface.
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