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Magnificent Quality Antique 19th Century French Cast-brass Desk Set

19th century
Sold 29 March 2025 · London City Antiques
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Outstanding quality 19th century antique French cast-brass desk set with a very attractive inkstand having twin inkwells and a beautiful pierced gallery. It has a rectangular pierced pen tray and a pair of ornate candlesticks.

A very decorative piece in lovely original condition.

Height 16 cm to top rail

Width 34 cm

Depth 7 cm

Height to ink well 7.5 cm

Candlesticks Height 21.5, diameter of base 10.5cm

Dated 1860

£1195

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this French Brass Desk Set to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA930261
Dealers Internal Reference
1535
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Description
Outstanding quality 19th century antique French cast-brass desk set with a very attractive inkstand having twin inkwells and a beautiful pierced gallery. It has a rectangular pierced pen tray and a pair of ornate candlesticks.

A very decorative piece in lovely original condition.

Height 16 cm to top rail

Width 34 cm

Depth 7 cm

Height to ink well 7.5 cm

Candlesticks Height 21.5, diameter of base 10.5cm

Dated 1860

£1195

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this French Brass Desk Set to the 1860s.

Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA930261
Dealers Internal Ref
1535
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Magnificent Quality Antique 19th Century French Cast-brass Desk Set

Archive II An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View II
Archive III An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View III
Archive IV An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View IV
Archive V An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View V
Archive VI An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View VI
Archive VII An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View VII
Archive VIII An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View VIII
Archive IX An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View IX
Archive X An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View X
Archive XI An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View XI
Archive XII An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View XII
Archive XIII An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View XIII
Archive XIV An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View XIV
Archive XV An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation. View XV
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An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation.
Magnificent Quality Antique 19th Century French Cast-Brass Desk Set
Ref: SA930261
An ornate 19th-century French cast-brass desk set comprising an inkstand with dual inkwells, matching candlesticks, and a pen tray, featuring detailed relief ornamentation.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Period Revival
  • MaterialCast Brass
  • ColourPolished Brass
  • MotifsScrollwork, Foliate relief, Beaded trim, Geometric casting
  • SizeH 16 cm (6 in) x W 34 cm (13 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

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French desk sets from the 19th century were crafted for bourgeois and aristocratic writing desks, reflecting the high importance placed on correspondence and administrative tasks during the period.

These sets are typically produced using traditional sand-casting methods with brass or bronze alloys, followed by detailed hand-chasing and engraving to accentuate the decorative motifs.

Authentic pieces often exhibit heavy gauge metal, subtle casting imperfections indicative of period manufacturing, original patination, and fitted glass liners inside the inkwell reservoirs.

Place the desk set on a dark wood executive desk or console table to provide a contrasting metallic focal point, pairing it with minimalist contemporary office accessories to balance the ornate detailing.

Maintain the surface by dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes that can strip away the historical oxidisation and desirable aged patina.
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