Swedish Antique Painted Pine Writing Desk, 1870

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swedish 19th century painted pine escritoire writing desk circa 1870.

we are pleased to offer this rustic escritoire, made from … Read more swedish 19th century painted pine escritoire writing desk circa 1870.

we are pleased to offer this rustic escritoire, made from solid pine and hand painted on the outside using a rag work technique, which simulates grain.

front with drop down fall and 3 graduating drawers to the front, each fitted with brass handles.  fall drops down to provide the writing slope and reveal a stunning interior painted in a contrasting green, which maintains it's original colour and patina.  central storage with a shaped front drawer above, flanked each side by a bank of 5 drawers.

shaped freize running along the front bottom edge.  working lock and key.

fall height: 29 1/4" See less