Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Architects Desk from Edwards & Roberts, 1800s

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This is a superb antique Victorian mahogany satinwood and Goncalo Alves marquetry inlaid and satin wood crossbanded Architects desk by … Read more This is a superb antique Victorian mahogany satinwood and Goncalo Alves marquetry inlaid and satin wood crossbanded Architects desk by the renowned Victorian retailer and cabinet makers Edwards & Roberts, circa 1880 in date. The desk features a hinged crossbanded lift-up architect's top with ratchet adjustment above three short frieze drawers. The centre drawer is fitted with the original inset gold tooled black leather writing slope, and it is stamped EDWARDS & ROBERTS. The drawers above a recess with a pair of doors with artist trophy inlaid oval marquetry reserves enclosing deep shelves and flanked by doors with urns inlay enclosing folio compartments. The desk is raised on a substantial breakfront plinth base. Instill the elegance of a bygone era to a special place in your home with this fabulous antique desk. Complete with working locks and original keys and brass handles. This desk will soon become the centrepiece of your furniture collection, there is no mistaking the sophisticated quality and design and it is certain to enhance the style and elegance of any living area, bedroom, or reception. Condition: In really excellent condition having only been beautifully cleaned and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 82 cm x Width 122 cm x Depth 76 cm Height 69 cm x Width 75 cm x Depth 13 cm - Knee Hole This piece has an attribution mark,
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