1880s British Colonial Hardwood Writing Desk

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Late 19th-century British Colonial writing desk originating from Rangoon, Burma, now Yangon, Myanmar. The compact table features a substantial plank-style … Read more Late 19th-century British Colonial writing desk originating from Rangoon, Burma, now Yangon, Myanmar. The compact table features a substantial plank-style top supported by solid paneled end legs joined by a low horizontal stretcher for stability. Constructed from a dense tropical hardwood with a rich dark brown finish, the desk displays restrained architectural detailing and straightforward joinery characteristic of British Colonial furnishings produced in Southeast Asia during the period. Its relatively narrow depth and clean rectangular form make it well suited for use as a writing desk, console, or occasional work table.

42" W x 23" D x 29.5" H

MM - C-13559 - 060225
LV - C-13559 - 092926 See less