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A George IV Bronze and Ormolu Mounted Desk Top Sarcophagus Shaped Stand Circa 1830
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A George IV Bronze and Ormolu Mounted Desk Top Sarcophagus Shaped Stand Circa 1830

19th century
Description

A George IV bronze and ormolu mounted desk top sarcophagus shaped stand circa 1830

Size : 8 inches wide 4 inches deep 2 inches high

Date of Manufacture

Macintosh Antiques has dated this Ormolu Bronze Desk Stand to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1243628
Dealers Internal Reference
MA4545
Description
A George IV bronze and ormolu mounted desk top sarcophagus shaped stand circa 1830

Size : 8 inches wide 4 inches deep 2 inches high

Date of Manufacture

Macintosh Antiques has dated this Ormolu Bronze Desk Stand to the Regency era.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1243628
Dealers Internal Ref
MA4545
Macintosh Antiques
Macintosh Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2011

Dealers in 17th to 20th country house furniture lighting mirrors and accessories including the arts and crafts movement

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Macintosh Antiques Profile Page

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Macintosh Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A rectangular patinated bronze desk stand with sarcophagus-shaped sides, interior dividers, ball feet, and detailed gilt-bronze floral swag mounts on the front face.
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Archive I A rectangular patinated bronze desk stand with sarcophagus-shaped sides, interior dividers, ball feet, and detailed gilt-bronze floral swag mounts on the front face.

A George IV Bronze and Ormolu Mounted Desk Top Sarcophagus Shaped Stand Circa 1830

Archive II A rectangular patinated bronze desk stand with sarcophagus-shaped sides, interior dividers, ball feet, and detailed gilt-bronze floral swag mounts on the front face. View II
Archive III A rectangular patinated bronze desk stand with sarcophagus-shaped sides, interior dividers, ball feet, and detailed gilt-bronze floral swag mounts on the front face. View III
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Macintosh Antiques

Macintosh Antiques
Telephone 01935 815 827 or 07768 606 811
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The Courtyard
Newland
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3JG
United Kingdom
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Items For Sale 132
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Macintosh Antiques
Macintosh Antiques
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A rectangular patinated bronze desk stand with sarcophagus-shaped sides, interior dividers, ball feet, and detailed gilt-bronze floral swag mounts on the front face.
A George IV bronze and ormolu mounted desk top sarcophagus shaped stand circa 1830
Ref: SA1243628
A rectangular patinated bronze desk stand with sarcophagus-shaped sides, interior dividers, ball feet, and detailed gilt-bronze floral swag mounts on the front face.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorge IV
  • MaterialBronze, Ormolu
  • ColourBronze and Gold
  • MotifsFloral swag mounts, Sarcophagus shape, Ball feet, Divided compartments
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This George IV desk top stand dates from approximately 1830 in the Regency style. The piece takes a rectangular sarcophagus shape with four ball feet supporting the body and divided interior compartments along the top. The materials consist of patinated bronze and ormolu mounts, showing a dark bronze finish complemented by the gilt details of the front decoration. The exterior features an elaborate cast ormolu floral swag mount across the long side, showing detailed fruit and foliage motifs. The metal shows gentle surface wear and oxidation consistent with age. Measuring 5 cm high, 20 cm wide, and 10 cm deep, the stand has a compact profile suited for small desk accessories. In a modern home, this piece works well on an office desk or library table to hold pens, small stationery, or daily pocket items. The classic form adds traditional character to a gentleman's study or home workspace. The durable bronze construction provides a stable tray for everyday utility while maintaining the authentic look of early nineteenth-century desk accessories.

FAQs

Desk accessories from the George IV period (18201830) frequently exhibit neoclassical influence, incorporating classical motifs such as floral swags, sarcophagus silhouettes, and gilt-bronze embellishments contrasted against patinated metal bases.

Desk stands from this era typically feature patinated bronze or brass structures accented with gilt-bronze mounts, supported on turned metal feet and containing divided internal compartments for stationery supplies.

Authentic 19th-century ormolu displays heavy fire gilding with natural wear along raised surfaces, accompanied by hand-cut screws, irregular casting marks underneath, and oxidation on un-gilded reverse areas.

Position the piece on a modern work surface, console table, or bookshelf as a refined container for desk stationery, business cards, or small personal items to introduce historical contrast.

Dust the item regularly using a dry, soft microfibre cloth, keeping it free from liquid cleaners, metal polishes, or abrasive materials that strip original gilding and historic patination.
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