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Fine Edwardian Satinwood Carlton House Desk, Inlaid, Circa 1900
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Fine Edwardian Satinwood Carlton House Desk, Inlaid, Circa 1900

1900 - 1920
Description

A fine quality Edwardian satinwood Carlton House desk dating to circa 1900, beautifully figured throughout and retaining its elegant original proportions.

The raised superstructure is fitted with six small drawers flanking a central cupboard, with additional cupboards to each end concealed behind attractive curved tambour-style doors. The desk features a tooled brown leather writing surface, surrounded by a shaped gallery with pierced brass fretwork, and offers an abundance of practical storage.

The frieze is fitted with three drawers, each retaining its original brass swan-neck handles, and the whole stands on elegant square tapering legs terminating in the original brass castors.

The satinwood displays exceptional figuring with rich golden tones and striking oval veneered panels to the cupboards, making this an extremely decorative and practical piece of Edwardian furniture. Ideal as a centrepiece in a study, library or home office.

Physical Dimensions
Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
135cm (53.15")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Satinwood Carlton House Desk to the 1900s.

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SA1220328
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C2944
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Description
A fine quality Edwardian satinwood Carlton House desk dating to circa 1900, beautifully figured throughout and retaining its elegant original proportions.
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The raised superstructure is fitted with six small drawers flanking a central cupboard, with additional cupboards to each end concealed behind attractive curved tambour-style doors.
Salisbury Antiques Centre

The desk features a tooled brown leather writing surface, surrounded by a shaped gallery with pierced brass fretwork, and offers an abundance of practical storage.

fig 1. An Edwardian satinwood Carlton House desk featuring a curved top gallery with small drawers, marquetry inlay, a leather writing surface, and tapered legs on brass castors.
fig 1. Fine Edwardian Satinwood Carlton House Desk, Inlaid, Circa 1900

The frieze is fitted with three drawers, each retaining its original brass swan-neck handles, and the whole stands on elegant square tapering legs terminating in the original brass castors.

The satinwood displays exceptional figuring with rich golden tones and striking oval veneered panels to the cupboards, making this an extremely decorative and practical piece of Edwardian furniture. Ideal as a centrepiece in a study, library or home office.

Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
135cm (53.15")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Satinwood Carlton House Desk to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220328
Dealers Internal Ref
C2944
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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Archive I An Edwardian satinwood Carlton House desk featuring a curved top gallery with small drawers, marquetry inlay, a leather writing surface, and tapered legs on brass castors.

Fine Edwardian Satinwood Carlton House Desk, Inlaid, Circa 1900

Archive II An Edwardian satinwood Carlton House desk featuring a curved top gallery with small drawers, marquetry inlay, a leather writing surface, and tapered legs on brass castors. View II
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An Edwardian satinwood Carlton House desk featuring a curved top gallery with small drawers, marquetry inlay, a leather writing surface, and tapered legs on brass castors.
Fine Edwardian Satinwood Carlton House Desk, Inlaid, Circa 1900
Ref: SA1220328
An Edwardian satinwood Carlton House desk featuring a curved top gallery with small drawers, marquetry inlay, a leather writing surface, and tapered legs on brass castors.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSatinwood, Leather, Brass
  • ColourGolden Brown
  • MotifsBrass gallery rail, Marquetry inlay, Leather writing inset, Tapered square legs
  • SizeH 105 cm (41 in) x W 135 cm (53 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

This Edwardian Carlton House desk, dating to circa 1900, is made from satinwood with a golden brown finish, complemented by an inset brown leather writing surface and brass hardware. The raised superstructure has a shaped gallery with pierced brass fretwork, six small drawers, a central cupboard, and two end cupboards with curved panels. Three frieze drawers are fitted with brass swan-neck handles, and the base rests on square tapering legs with brass castors. Marquetry inlay and striking oval veneered panels decorate the timber throughout. The piece measures 105 cm high, 135 cm wide, and 66 cm deep. Suitably sized for a home office, study, or library, this desk provides a functional workspace with multiple compartments and drawers. The arrangement of storage makes it practical for organising stationery and documents while serving as a prominent decorative fixture in a traditional room setting. The combination of figured wood, brass detailing, and classic proportions suits period interiors and classic interior design schemes.

FAQs

A Carlton House desk is a distinctive design of writing desk originating in the late 18th century, characterised by a curved rear superstructure containing small drawers, cupboards, and letter boxes surrounding a central writing surface.

These desks were predominantly constructed from timber such as satinwood, mahogany, or rosewood, often featuring crossbanded marquetry inlays, a leather writing insert, and brass galleries and handles.

Authentic pieces exhibit era-appropriate construction methods such as hand-cut dovetail joints, original cast brass hardware, subtle natural oxidisation of the timber, and hand-applied wood stringing or marquetry.

Position the desk in a home library, study, or light-filled window alcove paired with a classic armchair to create a functional dedicated workspace that complements both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber movement and fading, dust regularly with a soft lint-free cloth, and apply a high-grade beeswax polish periodically while conditioning the leather inset.
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