19th Century Antique Wooton Patent Secretary Desk in Burl Walnut

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An absolute masterpiece of 19th-century American craftsmanship, this authentic antique Wooton Patent Desk is a legendary investment piece. Known historically … Read more An absolute masterpiece of 19th-century American craftsmanship, this authentic antique Wooton Patent Desk is a legendary investment piece. Known historically as 'The King of Desks,' this spectacular secretary desk is masterfully constructed from magnificent burl walnut with rich, dramatic grain patterning and intricate carved Renaissance Revival detailing.

The desk features two massive, monumental hinged gallery doors that swing open to reveal a breathtaking, highly complex interior organization system. The left door features a vast array of individual letter slots and a central locking cubby, while the right door houses dozens of green-cardboard-lined filing cubbies. The central cabinet contains a pull-down writing slope inset with its aged leather surface, flanked by bird's-eye maple-fronted interior drawers.

When closed, it forms an imposing, secure architectural cabinet. A museum-quality addition to any luxury executive office, historic library, or high-end traditional estate.

Creator / Maker : Wooton Desk Co. See less