Stunning 19th C German ebonised 9 drawer desk with fully paneled back. 1860.

Kneehole dimensions" 22.5" wide x 24" clearance.

Reference: 7092

Dimensions

60 inches (152 cms) Wide

33.5 inches (85 cms) Deep

30.5 inches (77 cms) High

Physical Dimensions

Height

77cm (30.31")

Width

152cm (59.84")

Depth

85cm (33.46")

Declaration

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Ebonised Pedestal Desk to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA849763

Dealers Internal Reference

7092

Description

Stunning 19th C German ebonised 9 drawer desk with fully paneled back. 1860.

Kneehole dimensions" 22.5" wide x 24" clearance.

Reference: 7092

Dimensions

60 inches (152 cms) Wide

33.5 inches (85 cms) Deep

30.5 inches (77 cms) High

Physical Dimensions

Height

77cm (30.31")

Width

152cm (59.84")

Depth

85cm (33.46")

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Ebonised Pedestal Desk to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA849763

Dealers Internal Ref

7092

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Arcadia Antiques

Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923

Location

Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/arcadia

Verified Since Jun 2009

Items For Sale 695

Items Sold 6,145

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Location: Westfields Farm, Fosse Way, Radford Semele, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 1XL,

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Ebonising is a timber-staining technique that gained significant popularity during the 19th century, designed to give solid woods a dark black appearance reminiscent of expensive ebony.

These pieces were commonly constructed using hardwoods like oak, mahogany, or pine, treated with dark iron-based dyes or lacquers, and completed with leather writing tops and brass hardware.

Authentic period examples generally display hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original brass handles, and localised surface wear where the underlying base timber shows through the black stain.

Positioning an ebonised desk against a light neutral backdrop creates a striking contrast, which can be complemented by a contemporary task light and subtle textured furnishings.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft microfibre cloth, avoid harsh chemical cleansers, and occasionally apply a clear beeswax polish to protect the timber.