19th Century Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Pedestal Desk

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This is a superb antique late victorian flame mahogany string inlaid and satinwood crossbanded pedestal kneehole desk, circa 1880 in … Read more This is a superb antique late victorian flame mahogany string inlaid and satinwood crossbanded pedestal kneehole desk, circa 1880 in date. It is made from fabulous flame mahogany, the rectangular top with an inset shaped olive green and tan gold tooled leather writing surface. The upper console arranged with two drawers on each side featuring an elegant ogee moulded edge with a striking brass three quarter gallery on each. There are three drawers in the frieze as well as three graduated drawers in each pedestal. It has it's original brass swan neck handles and brass locks. Instill the elegance of a bygone era to a special place in your home with this fabulous antique desk. With working locks and key. The botanical name for the mahogany this item is made of is swietenia macrophylla and this type of mahogany is not subject to cites regulation. Condition: in really excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, polished waxed and releathered in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: height 98 x width 123 x depth 65 height 59 x width 52 - knee-hole See less