Antique English Victorian Mahogany & Leather 4ft 6” Pedestal Office Desk (Circa 1860)

Here is an example of a fine quality antique English 4ft 6” solid mahogany and green leather office desk, circa 1860, in good condition.

Summary:

• Circa: 1860

• Period: Victorian

• Wood: Solid mahogany

• Size: 4ft 6¼” wide x 2ft 5¼” deep

• Item: Office desk

• New green leather with gold tooling

• Original mahogany knobs

• Hand dovetailed drawer construction

• Mahogany lined drawers with quarter beading

• Original working brass lever locks (with key)

• 9 working drawers

• Excellent proportions

• Original moulded plinths

• Original castors

• Original polish & patination

• Significant storage space

• Stunning colour & quality

• Dismantles into 3 sections for easy transport

• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*

• Free 14-day UK returns

Description:

Here is an example of a fine quality antique English 4ft 6” mahogany and leather carved partner’s desk, circa 1860, in good condition. The desk benefits from a good quality new green inset leather decorated with with elegant gold tooling, which is bordered by mahogany banding and a thumb moulded top. If you prefer different colour leather, we can replace it with a colour of your choice for an additional £150.

The desk incorporates 9 graduated working drawers (for ample storage space), which retain their original working locks and key. All drawers are mahogany lined, feature hand dovetailing and boast quarter beading (a sign of quality). They also retain their original mahogany turned knobs.

The pedestals sit on their original moulded plinths and castors, allowing the desk to be moved. The desk is freestanding which means it can be situated in the centre of the room. The desk can be dismantled into three sections for easy transport and access into the home.

Condition Report:

This desk is in good original condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the desktop frame, pedestals and plinths but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The desk incorporates a good quality new green leather, which is in good condition and does not have any scratches, rips or stains on it. If you prefer a different colour leather, we can replace it with a colour of your choice for an additional £150. Nominal old use marks to the insides of the drawers, with ink stains visible in one of the drawers. All drawers run smoothly and close flush to the frame. All drawers and cupboards feature the original working brass lever locks and keys. This desk is solid in joint and ready to use.

Dimensions:

External height = 75.3cm or 29?” or 2ft 5?”

External width = 137.7cm or 54¼” or 4ft 6¼”

External depth (including handles) = 74.4cm or 29¼” or 2ft 5¼”

Knee height = 58.5cm or 23” or 1ft 11”

Knee width (pedestals) = 63.5cm or 25” or 2ft 1”

Knee width (plinths) = 60cm or 23?” or 1ft 11?”

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 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. Office Desk 34

Please contact us on 01829 458 070 or 07960 738 212 to arrange a viewing. Alternatively, please email: info@yolagray.com