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An Early 18th Century Walnut Secretaire Kneehole Desk
Hansord Antiques
for sale €5,148     $5,588
£4,400
Hansord Antiques

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An Early 18th Century Walnut Secretaire Kneehole Desk

18th century
For Sale by Hansord Antiques
Description

A walnut kneehole desk with quarter veneered top above an unusual fitted secretaire drawer.

The kneehole with two banks of drawers all retaining the original brass handles.

Physical Dimensions
Height
80.5cm (31.69")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Hansord Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Kneehole Desk to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA663077
Dealers Notes

Our stock includes early oak and walnut furniture from the 18th century, as well as more formal pieces from the Georgian period. Clocks, barometers and globes are complemented by Colonial cabinets, furniture and early arms. Their scientific instruments, which include early microscopes, telescopes and equipment such as sextants, provide a fascinating insight into the evolution of technology, whilst demonstrating fine artistry and craftsmanship. One of Hansord’s many exhibitions was entitled ‘From simplicity to complexity with a little eccentricity’ and this continues to be the guiding mantra behind their collection today.

Description
A walnut kneehole desk with quarter veneered top above an unusual fitted secretaire drawer.

The kneehole with two banks of drawers all retaining the original brass handles.

Height
80.5cm (31.69")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Hansord Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Kneehole Desk to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA663077
Hansord Antiques
Hansord Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2016

Furniture, works of art,globes ,and scientific instruments

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Hansord Antiques Profile Page

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Hansord Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA  CINOA

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Lincolnshire
United Kingdom

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An early eighteenth-century walnut kneehole desk featuring figured wood veneer, brass handles, multiple drawers, and bracket feet.
AN EARLY 18TH CENTURY WALNUT SECRETAIRE KNEEHOLE DESK
Ref: SA663077
An early eighteenth-century walnut kneehole desk featuring figured wood veneer, brass handles, multiple drawers, and bracket feet.
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Originating in the early 18th century during the Queen Anne and early Georgian periods, the kneehole desk was designed as a compact writing or dressing table. Its central recessed cupboard provided legroom while maintaining ample storage across flanking side drawers.

These desks were typically constructed with oak or pine carcasses finished in figure-rich walnut or burr walnut veneers. Drawers were finished with crossbanding or feather-banding alongside cast brass drop handles and escutcheons.

Authentic early 18th-century examples display hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, oak drawer linings, crossbanded top surfaces, brass backplate handles, and original bracket feet showing natural wear.

Position the desk in a home office or living area paired with a modern desk chair or tailored leather seat. The warm timber tone contrasts cleanly against neutral walls and contemporary lighting.

Apply high-quality beeswax regularly along the wood grain to nourish the veneer and preserve the original patina. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent veneer lift and timber fading.
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