It was listed by Culvertons. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Culvertons has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Its dimensions are perfect for two people working opposite each other - each person would have two mahogany-lined lockable drawers for storage, both would share the more than adequate 91 cm square leather-lined work surface, and most importantly there is plenty of knee/leg room (62 cm rather than the recommended 60cm) which is rare for this period. Its size also lends itself to being a focal point within a room, ideal as a basis for a larger decorative scheme. Now after sensitive restoration, the subtle figuring (fiddle back) and glorious understated colour of the mahogany have come to the fore. An appealing writing desk, designed with a restraint that is synonymous with the 1840s.
Culvertons has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
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A Fine Antique Mahogany Writing Table with Four Drawers (Circa 1840)
