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Quintessentially Victorian, this writing desk is a veritable work of art in its own right. Standing on ornately carved walnut …
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Quintessentially Victorian, this writing desk is a veritable work of art in its own right. Standing on ornately carved walnut cabriole legs and original brass castors, this desk embraces the mid 19th century preference for grandeur. The back side is decorated with three dummy drawers, allowing for placement anywhere in a room; a true statement piece to any home.
In clear hommage to earlier Rococo designs, the fabulously intricate scrollwork is fluid and symmetrical, evoking imagery of flora. The stretcher is just as finely carved and includes a nicely upholstered (and incredibly rare!) foot rest in original condition. The three full length drawers are constructed of cedar, a rare choice for a writing desk, likely to discourage insects. Banded with burl walnut, the top is gold tooled green leather, likely replaced- though not recently. Delicate pendant finials are at each corner, as a little extra adornment.
There is no other desk like this beauty and clearly no expense was spared in the construction of this piece.
England c.1860
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- Dimensions
- 46ʺW × 25.5ʺD × 28.75ʺH
- Styles
- Victorian
- Table Knee Clearance
- 23.5 in
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Flea bites and minor scuffs to the leather surface; as expected with age. Some staining to drawer interiors. The original … moreFlea bites and minor scuffs to the leather surface; as expected with age. Some staining to drawer interiors. The original velvet upholstery on the foot rest is worn in some areas, commensurate with age and use . No significant structural or aesthetic damage. less
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