Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1920s.
Summary:
• Circa: 1920 - 1930
• Provenance: France
• Period: 3rd Republic
• Wood: Solid Oak
• Size: 4ft 7” wide x 2ft 5½” deep
• Shaped moulded top edge
• Cross-banded desk top
• Fretted drawer fronts
• Original bass handles
• Carved serpentine frame
• Hand dovetailed drawer construction
• 5 working drawers
• Cabriole legs on pad feet
• Designed to be free-standing
• Fantastic colour
• Excellent condition
• Superb quality
• Single piece desk (does not dismantle)
The top of the desk features an elegant oak cross-banded edge with a pretty shaped moulded edge. The drawers on the front of the desk boast carved fretwork fronts and retain the original brass handles. There is a pretty shaped frieze below the central drawer. The whole of the desk features a shaped serpentine frame. The sides and back of the desk feature inset panels. The oak lined drawers feature a hand-dovetailed construction. The desk sits on elegant cabriole legs. The desk was designed to be freestanding in the middle of the room; this is why there is decorative detail on the sides and back of the desk. This is a single piece desk and does not dismantle.
Condition Report:
The desk is in excellent condition. There are no large marks, stains or scratches to the top of the desk; only nominal marks to the leading edges. There is no missing handles or any damage to the frame or legs. The drawer bottoms and linings are constructed of solid oak. Free of worm-worm, solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
External height = 78.5cm or 2ft 7”
External width = 140cm or 4ft 7”
External depth = 75cm or 2ft 5½”
Knee height = 59cm or 1ft 11¼”
Knee width = 55cm or 1ft 9¾”
Further Information:
If you require any further information or additional photos, please do not hesitate to email info@yolagray.com or phone Julian on 07960 738 212 (for international enquiries, please phone 00 44 7960 738 212).
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £65. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
UK Returns & Refunds:
A 7-day “no quibble” return policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. You will be given a refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. The buyer is required to cover the cost of transit (the delivery cost). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
UK Buyer Payment:
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International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item; please contact us before purchasing the item to obtain a shipping quote and delivery lead-time. Items cannot be returned once shipped outside of the UK. We request payment by bank transfer for international purchases.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity. Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 35 years.
Please visit the Yolanda Gray website at www.yolagray.com for further products and information.
Ref. French Oak Desk 6
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1920s.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Yolanda Gray Antiques Profile Page
Yolanda Gray Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA CINOA
Oak French 3rd Empire Carved Pedestal Desk (C.1900)
