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19th Century Late Georgian Mahogany and Leather Architects Desk
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19th Century Late Georgian Mahogany and Leather Architects Desk

19th century
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Late georgian mahogany and leather architects desk circa 1810.

Green leather writing surface with gold tooling to the border. Set in the top and using the brass handle the slope can rise to various angles. Rounded corners to the rectangular top. 3 lockable drawers with cock beaded edging and fitted with later handles. Raised on 4 turned fluted gillow legs with ebonised elements, complete with original brass castors.

Later leather top which has typical signs of use, later replaced handles, surface marks to woodwork.

Knee height: 25 3/4"

Good colour and patina

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
109.2cm (42.99")
Depth
71.1cm (27.99")
Declaration

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Mahogany Architect Desk to the 19th Century.

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SA1152125
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RK014
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Description
Late georgian mahogany and leather architects desk circa 1810.

Green leather writing surface with gold tooling to the border. Set in the top and using the brass handle the slope can rise to various angles. Rounded corners to the rectangular top. 3 lockable drawers with cock beaded edging and fitted with later handles. Raised on 4 turned fluted gillow legs with ebonised elements, complete with original brass castors.

Later leather top which has typical signs of use, later replaced handles, surface marks to woodwork.

Knee height: 25 3/4"

Good colour and patina

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
109.2cm (42.99")
Depth
71.1cm (27.99")
Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Mahogany Architect Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152125
Dealers Internal Ref
RK014
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2012

We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

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A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors.
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Archive I A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors.

19th Century Late Georgian Mahogany and Leather Architects Desk

Archive II A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors. View II
Archive III A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors. View III
Archive IV A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors. View IV
Archive V A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors. View V
Archive VI A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors. View VI
Archive VII A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors. View VII
Archive VIII A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors. View VIII
Archive IX A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors. View IX
Archive X A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors. View X
Archive XI A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors. View XI
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Debenham Antiques Ltd

Debenham Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07715 006 415
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Debenham
Suffolk
IP14 6QS
United Kingdom
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A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors.
19TH CENTURY LATE GEORGIAN MAHOGANY AND LEATHER ARCHITECTS DESK
Ref: SA1152125
A late Georgian mahogany architect desk featuring a green leather inset writing top elevated on an adjustable ratchet mechanism and supported by reeded legs on brass castors.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLate Georgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown, Green
  • MotifsReeded legs, Green leather writing surface, Adjustable ratchet slope, Brass castors
  • SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 109.2 cm (43 in) x D 71.1 cm (28 in)

This late Georgian architect's desk from the 19th century is constructed from mahogany with a warm brown timber colour and a green leather writing surface featuring gold tooling to the border. The rectangular top has rounded corners and contains a central slope with a brass handle that rises to various angles using an adjustable ratchet mechanism. Below the top sit three lockable drawers with cock-beaded edging and later round metal handles. The piece stands on four turned and reeded legs with dark ebonised elements at the collars, terminating in original brass castors. The later leather top displays typical signs of use, and surface marks appear across the woodwork. The desk measures 80 cm high, 109.2 cm wide, and 71.1 cm deep, with a knee height of 65 cm. Placed in a study, home office, or gentleman's library, it provides a functional workspace for writing or drafting while serving as a traditional statement table for daily household use.

FAQs

Originating in the eighteenth century, an architects or drafting desk is a specialised writing table featuring an adjustable sloped surface designed for drawing, reading, and technical planning.

Late Georgian desks were typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, featuring hand-tooled leather writing surfaces, brass castors, and internal wooden ratchet mechanisms for adjusting the top slope.

Authentic late Georgian examples display hand-dovetailed drawer joints, original brass hardware, reeded or turned leg details, and functional mechanical elements such as ratcheted risers or pull-out supports.

Position the desk near a natural light source in a home office or library, pairing it with neutral lighting and understated seating to highlight its craftsmanship and wood tones.

Dust mahogany surfaces regularly with a soft cloth and apply beeswax annually, while conditioning the leather surface with a specialised leather balm to prevent drying and cracking.
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