John Howkins Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
The whole cabinet is secured with one lock and has a letter box so messages can be left when the desk is locked. The wings open to a very busy maple and walnut interior having an arrangement of 10 drawers and 83 pigeon holes with a drop down baize lined writing fall. To the back is a shaped metal plaque reading " WOOTON DESK COMPANY, 45 GORDON STREET, GLASGOW. Patented 1st. May 1875". This wonderful desk retains all the original cast and chased hinges, letter box, lock and casters. Condition- Very good with replacement keys. Free delivery to most of U.K. mainland. Sizes:- Max.Height... 69'' / 175cm. Width closed...39.5''/ 100.5cm. Depth..29.5''/ 75cm.. Max.Width open...81''/ 206cm.
John Howkins Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
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