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L17thc/e18thc Small Walnut Oyster Veneered Kneehole Desk
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L17thc/e18thc Small Walnut Oyster Veneered Kneehole Desk

18th century
Sold 17 March 2026 · Mike Melody Antiques
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A rare find . A superb late 17thc/ e18thc oyster veneered walnut kneehole desk of small size and in superb condition. We have taken a couple of pictures outside in natural light which emphasise the colour and patination.

Originally purchased from a leading london dealer of the time for a considerable amount of money.

We are dating as around 1710 . It is herringbone banded and has very minor repairs to the veneers ( age related).

It measures only 77cms h 76cms w and 49cms deep.

A super piece of period walnut and as always offered at our normal realistic price.

The replacement value would be 3/4 times our price.

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Established in1977 in chester

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Walnut Oyster Veneered Desk to the 1700s.

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A rare find .
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A superb late 17thc/ e18thc oyster veneered walnut kneehole desk of small size and in superb condition.
Mike Melody Antiques

We have taken a couple of pictures outside in natural light which emphasise the colour and patination.

fig 1. An antique walnut kneehole desk displaying intricate circular oyster veneer patterns on the top surface and multiple small drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 1. L17thc/e18thc Small Walnut Oyster Veneered Kneehole Desk

Originally purchased from a leading london dealer of the time for a considerable amount of money.

We are dating as around 1710 . It is herringbone banded and has very minor repairs to the veneers ( age related).

fig 2. An antique walnut kneehole desk displaying intricate circular oyster veneer patterns on the top surface and multiple small drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 2. L17thc/e18thc Small Walnut Oyster Veneered Kneehole Desk

It measures only 77cms h 76cms w and 49cms deep.

A super piece of period walnut and as always offered at our normal realistic price.

The replacement value would be 3/4 times our price.

UK delivery included

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Established in1977 in chester

Date of Manufacture

Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Walnut Oyster Veneered Desk to the 1700s.

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SA1130762
Mike Melody Antiques
Mike Melody Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2013

Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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Mike Melody Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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L17thc/e18thc Small Walnut Oyster Veneered Kneehole Desk

Archive II An antique walnut kneehole desk displaying intricate circular oyster veneer patterns on the top surface and multiple small drawers with brass drop handles. View II
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Archive VI An antique walnut kneehole desk displaying intricate circular oyster veneer patterns on the top surface and multiple small drawers with brass drop handles. View VI
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An antique walnut kneehole desk displaying intricate circular oyster veneer patterns on the top surface and multiple small drawers with brass drop handles.
L17THC/E18THC SMALL WALNUT OYSTER VENEERED KNEEHOLE DESK
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An antique walnut kneehole desk displaying intricate circular oyster veneer patterns on the top surface and multiple small drawers with brass drop handles.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleBaroque
  • MaterialWalnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsOyster veneer, Cross-banding, Brass drop handles, Central kneehole cupboard

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Oyster veneering involves slicing branch wood cross-sectionally to create repeating circular or oval patterns, a technique that gained prominence during the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries in England and Europe.

These pieces typically feature fine timbers such as walnut applied over secondary conifer or oak carcasses, complemented by hand-cut dovetail joints, solid brass drop handles, and traditional beeswax finishes.

Authenticity is indicated by irregular grain patterns in the cross-banded veneers, hand-beveled edges, period-correct brass hardware with cast lugs, and genuine age-related shrinkage cracks in the timber.

Pairing the rich figuring of the wood with minimalist surroundings or placing it within a traditional study creates a striking focal point that balances historic craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels, keep the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight, and apply microcrystalline wax sparingly to nourish the wood without damaging the historic finish.
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