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Edwardian Roll Top Desk by Maples of London and Paris
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Edwardian Roll Top Desk by Maples of London and Paris

1900 - 1920
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A fine quality oak roll top desk by Maples of London and Paris. As with most quality desks all the panels are fielded (bevelled) and the interior is a mass of drawers and compartments. All the finish has been rejuvenated and the writing surface has a new tooled leather. When closed the side drawers lock automatically and the central drawer has it's own working lock and key. Importantly the tambour has been totally re-backed and is now set of the next 100 years (this is not a simple or cheap job) and we would recommend anyone buying a roll top desk to check the tambour for splits in the backing. A great desk ready to use and enjoy. Splits into three main pieces for transportation.

Kneehole

Height - 62cm = 24 1/2 inches

Width 63cm = 24 3/4 inches

Worktop

Height - 77cm = 30 1/4 inches

Physical Dimensions
Height
127cm (50.00")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
86cm (33.86")
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witchantiques.com has dated this Edwardian Oak Roll Top Desk to the 1900s.

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SA998361
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B-620
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A fine quality oak roll top desk by Maples of London and Paris.
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As with most quality desks all the panels are fielded (bevelled) and the interior is a mass of drawers and compartments.
witchantiques.com

All the finish has been rejuvenated and the writing surface has a new tooled leather. When closed the side drawers lock automatically and the central drawer has it's own working lock and key. Importantly the tambour has been totally re-backed and is now set of the next 100 years (this is not a simple or cheap job) and we would recommend anyone buying a roll top desk to check the tambour for splits in the backing. A great desk ready to use and enjoy. Splits into three main pieces for transportation.

Kneehole

Height - 62cm = 24 1/2 inches

Width 63cm = 24 3/4 inches

Worktop

Height - 77cm = 30 1/4 inches

Height
127cm (50.00")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
86cm (33.86")
Date of Manufacture

witchantiques.com has dated this Edwardian Oak Roll Top Desk to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA998361
Dealers Internal Ref
B-620
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An Edwardian oak roll top desk with a raised slatted tambour front revealing fitted interior compartments above twin pedestal drawers.
Edwardian Roll Top Desk by Maples of London and Paris
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An Edwardian roll top desk typically features a flexible wooden tambour shutter that glides down to conceal the internal workspace. Produced during the early 20th century, these pieces are renowned for functional organisation, featuring multiple internal compartments, drawers, and lower pedestal storage.

Desks from this period were predominantly constructed from solid oak, mahogany, or walnut, frequently incorporating hand-cut dovetail joints and panelled sides. Writing surfaces were commonly lined with tool-embossed leather, while the slatted tambour mechanism relied on a durable canvas backing.

Authentic examples often display makers stamps or brass lockplates inscribed by makers such as Maples & Co. Additional indicators include original brass keyholes, hand-jointed drawer construction, natural age-related patination, and heavy solid wood panelwork.

This desk style serves as a structural anchor piece in a home study or library. Pairing warm timber tones with a contemporary desk lamp and modern neutral wall palettes creates a balanced blend of historic craftsmanship and functional design.

To preserve the timber, apply a quality beeswax polish along the grain annually while avoiding chemical sprays. Ensure the tambour mechanism tracks remain clean and free of debris, and treat the leather writing surface periodically with specialized leather balm.
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