Antique American Empire Mahogany Writing Desk With Lyre Back Needlepoint Chair

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This is a beautiful antique American Empire mahogany writing desk accompanied by an elegant upholstered lyre-back chair, showcasing timeless 19th-century … Read more This is a beautiful antique American Empire mahogany writing desk accompanied by an elegant upholstered lyre-back chair, showcasing timeless 19th-century Neoclassical design and craftsmanship.

The desk features a richly grained mahogany drawer front, rectangular writing surface, single spacious dovetailed drawer with turned wooden knobs, and distinctive scrolled front legs characteristic of the American Empire and Late Classical periods. Straight rear legs and connecting side stretchers complement the architectural silhouette, while the warm, dark wood finish enhances its historic character.

The accompanying chair features a graceful arched backrest with a decorative lyre-form splat, slender fluted front legs, brass-capped feet, and a beautifully upholstered seat with floral needlework embroidery and decorative nailhead trim. Its Federal, Sheraton, and Regency-inspired styling complements the desk’s classical proportions.

An attractive pairing for a traditional home office, library, study, bedroom, or sitting room. Ideal as an antique writing table, small office desk, occasional desk, or vanity table, with timeless appeal for American Empire, Early Victorian, Georgian, Regency, and traditional interiors.

The desk displays age-appropriate surface wear and patina consistent with antique use. The chair is complementary and is not represented as an original matching set.

Dimensions:

Desk
- 32 in wide
- 19 in deep
- 31.25 in tall
- 26 in wide x 23.75 in tall knee clearance

Chair
- 17.75 in wide
- 19 in deep
- 36.5 in tall
- 18.75 in backrest height
- 16 in seat width
- 14 in seat depth
- 18.5 in seat height See less