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Georgian Revival Mahogany Desk
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Georgian Revival Mahogany Desk

1900 - 1920
Description

A Georgian Revival mahogany desk, standing on bracket feet and of classic, well-proportioned form. The desk features an arrangement of nine mahogany-lined drawers, each displaying beautifully figured flame mahogany timbers and fitted with brass swan neck handles.

The top is finished with reeded mouldings and crossbanding, and is inset with a replacement green leather writing surface, hand-tooled with gilt and blind decoration, adding both elegance and practicality.

Please note, the desk is constructed in one piece and does not come apart, making it a substantial and sturdy item.

Presented in good condition.

Size:

Height 30" (76cm)

Width 48" (122cm)

Depth 24" (61cm)

Kneehole 24" (61cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Georgian Revival Mahogany Desk to the 1920s.

Independent Date Check ID 09484273
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques Date1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 90-120 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1920s:
Uniform fine dovetails on the drawer linings: bench cabinetwork of the early twentieth century.
Brass swan-neck handles with slotted machine screws: fittings typical of interwar Georgian revivals.
Flame mahogany veneers with crisp cockbeading: early twentieth-century cabinetmaking in the classic style.
Polished mahogany back panels: designed to stand free in an office or library.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1212039
Dealers Internal Reference
PP115-16
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Description
A Georgian Revival mahogany desk, standing on bracket feet and of classic, well-proportioned form.
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The desk features an arrangement of nine mahogany-lined drawers, each displaying beautifully figured flame mahogany timbers and fitted with brass swan neck handles.
Philip Hunt Antiques
fig 1. A Georgian Revival mahogany pedestal desk featuring nine drawers with brass swan-neck handles and shaped bracket feet.
fig 1. Georgian Revival Mahogany Desk

The top is finished with reeded mouldings and crossbanding, and is inset with a replacement green leather writing surface, hand-tooled with gilt and blind decoration, adding both elegance and practicality.

fig 2. A Georgian Revival mahogany pedestal desk featuring nine drawers with brass swan-neck handles and shaped bracket feet.
fig 2. Georgian Revival Mahogany Desk

Please note, the desk is constructed in one piece and does not come apart, making it a substantial and sturdy item.

Presented in good condition.

Size:

Height 30" (76cm)

Width 48" (122cm)

Depth 24" (61cm)

Kneehole 24" (61cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Georgian Revival Mahogany Desk to the 1920s.

Independent Date Report ID 09484273
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques dating1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 90-120 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1920s:
Uniform fine dovetails on the drawer linings: bench cabinetwork of the early twentieth century.
Brass swan-neck handles with slotted machine screws: fittings typical of interwar Georgian revivals.
Flame mahogany veneers with crisp cockbeading: early twentieth-century cabinetmaking in the classic style.
Polished mahogany back panels: designed to stand free in an office or library.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1212039
Dealers Internal Ref
PP115-16
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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A Georgian Revival mahogany pedestal desk featuring nine drawers with brass swan-neck handles and shaped bracket feet.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorgian Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFlame mahogany veneers, Swan-neck brass handles, Bracket feet, Kneehole construction
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This Georgian Revival pedestal desk derives from the 1920 period and follows a classic gentlemen's library style. Constructed from warm brown mahogany with brass hardware, the piece displays flame mahogany veneers, distinctive swan-neck brass handles, reeded mouldings, crossbanding, and shaped bracket feet. The design incorporates a kneehole configuration with nine individual drawers. Standing at 76 cm high, 122 cm wide, and 61 cm deep, this substantial one-piece item provides a functional workspace. In a contemporary home, this desk serves as a practical writing station or study table within a home office or traditional study. The sturdy layout accommodates everyday administrative tasks while maintaining period character through its visible timber figuring and metal pulls.

FAQs

Georgian Revival furniture, produced primarily in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, replicates the symmetry, balanced proportions, and fine craftsmanship of the eighteenth century. Desks of this style typically feature high-grade mahogany, flame veneers, bracket feet, and brass swan-neck drawer pulls.

Traditional pedestal desks were constructed using hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, often enhanced with flame or burr veneers on the drawer fronts. Secondary timbers like pine or oak were used for drawer linings, complemented by cast brass handles and occasional leather writing surfaces.

Look for hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction, authentic oxidisation on the brass hardware, and natural wear along the drawer runners. Genuine pieces will also exhibit period-appropriate construction methods, such as separate top and pedestal sections designed for easier transportation.

Balance the visual weight of dark mahogany by positioning the desk against neutral walls with ample natural light. Pair it with a modern minimalist desk lamp, contemporary abstract artwork, or an ergonomic modern chair to create a refined transitional aesthetic.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year in the direction of the wood grain. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent wood movement, cracking, or fading of the timber colour.
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