Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
Summary:
• Item: Writing Table / Desk
• Circa: 1880
• Period: Victorian
• Style: Rococo
• Wood: Solid mahogany
• Provenance: England, UK
• Red & gold tooled leather
• Profuse foliate & shell carvings
• Serpentine design
• 3 working drawers
• Hand dovetailed drawer construction
• Solid mahogany drawer linings & bottoms
• Original gilt floral handles
• Elegant carved cabriole legs
• Original brass & mug castors
• Original polish & patination
• Original condition
• Free UK delivery*
• Free 14 days UK returns
The desk is constructed in the style of the French 18th Century Rococo period, which involved intricate and profuse floral decoration. Boasting an ornate serpentine design, the top of the desk features a red leather with gold tool perimeter. Below, there are three hand-dovetailed, mahogany lined drawers which feature foliate and shell carvings to the drawer fronts and desk frame, along with the original floral gilt handles. The central drawer includes a working lock and key. The drawer linings even feature quarter beading to the frames; which is a true sign of quality. The centre of the desk features a raised ornate carved kneehole frieze, so that you can comfortably place your legs underneath the desk whilst working. The shaped frieze is continued all the way round the desk. Carved floral and shell mouldings adorn the corners of the desk frame. The desk stands on elegant tapering cabriole legs, with further profuse foliate carvings within studwork to the knees. The legs terminate on the original brass and mug castors. This is a very attractive single piece desk, with excellent proportions. The carved foliate detail is also present to the sides and back of the desk, enabling the desk to be freestanding in the centre of a room.
Dimensions:
Height = 73.7cm or 29” or 2ft 5”
Width = 108.5cm or 42¾” or 3ft 6¾” (feet)
Depth = 60cm or 23?” or 1ft 11?”
Knee Height = 60.5cm or 23?” or 1ft 11?”
Knee Width = 44.5cm or 17½” or 1ft 5½”
Condition Report:
This desk is in good original condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the desk, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. The hand-dovetailed drawer bottoms & linings are constructed of solid mahogany, and boast the original brassware. The drawers also retain their original working locks (with keys). The drawers close flush to the frame. The replacement leather is in good condition; there are some natural variations to the leather surface; however there are no rips, damage, ink stains or watermarks. This is a single piece desk. This desk is well constructed, solid in joint; does not wobble and is ready to use.
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland. If you live in one of the areas, please contact us for a delivery quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you.
International Buyers:
Please contact us before purchasing the item, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.
Ref. Desk 30
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
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Antique Victorian Rococo Carved Mahogany & Red Leather Writing Desk
