Desk - Mahogany - Ship's desk.

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English travel or ship's desk in mahogany dating from 1850–1900, with brass fittings, brown-gold colour, dimensions 14 × 35.5 × 22 cm and weight 4 kg, in good used condition with signs of age.

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Travel or ship's desk, mahogany, f. s. XIX – England

Typology: Travel desk / Ship's desk
Materials: Mahogany and leather
Period: Late 19th century
Country: England
Good condition given its age and use
Dimensions: 14 x 35.5 x 22 cm.

Exceptional English travel or ship's desk, original from the 19th century. Made of mahogany, with its characteristic reddish tone, with brass hardware and gilded ornaments.

Once opened, the leather writing surface extends, black in color with its entire perimeter embossed with a golden ornamental border. Some wear, typical of its use and age. The board supporting the leather lifts, leaving a space for paper and envelopes. It has several compartments for pens, ink, and writing accessories. When closed, it presents a rectangular box shape, small in size, easily portable and decorative in itself. A magnificent piece for any lover of writing and antique nautical objects.

Shipping for the product will be paid by the buyer according to its dimensions, weight, and destination. Shipping costs include professional custom packaging made to measure; and personalized shipping, with tracking number and warranty.

The buyer will be responsible for paying import duties and any taxes in the destination country, if any. Please note the seller's waiver of liability regarding possible customs charges, as they are charged in the destination country and the amount payable is determined by that country’s customs. If an export license is required, the costs are borne by the buyer. The cost depends progressively on the value of the work to be exported.

Seller's Story

- ABOUT US - Fragonard Interiors is a company with experience for more than 30 years, with a team of experts specialized in antiques, design pieces, works of art and interior design projects. We always seek excellence and originality in each of the pieces, chasing as much customer satisfaction as possible. By giving a new life to the pieces and works of art, we manage to perpetuate their soul and activate a circular economy of objects. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: fragonard_interiors The packaging is professional and adapted to each piece, with tracking number and shipping insurance. 100% AUTHENTICITY AND QUALITY CONTROL. Each item sold is analyzed, studied and authenticated by experts. WORLD DELIVERY We ship to all countries served by international courier service providers such as DHL, UPS ... You can also arrange for yourself to pick up at our physical location.
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Travel or ship's desk, mahogany, f. s. XIX – England

Typology: Travel desk / Ship's desk
Materials: Mahogany and leather
Period: Late 19th century
Country: England
Good condition given its age and use
Dimensions: 14 x 35.5 x 22 cm.

Exceptional English travel or ship's desk, original from the 19th century. Made of mahogany, with its characteristic reddish tone, with brass hardware and gilded ornaments.

Once opened, the leather writing surface extends, black in color with its entire perimeter embossed with a golden ornamental border. Some wear, typical of its use and age. The board supporting the leather lifts, leaving a space for paper and envelopes. It has several compartments for pens, ink, and writing accessories. When closed, it presents a rectangular box shape, small in size, easily portable and decorative in itself. A magnificent piece for any lover of writing and antique nautical objects.

Shipping for the product will be paid by the buyer according to its dimensions, weight, and destination. Shipping costs include professional custom packaging made to measure; and personalized shipping, with tracking number and warranty.

The buyer will be responsible for paying import duties and any taxes in the destination country, if any. Please note the seller's waiver of liability regarding possible customs charges, as they are charged in the destination country and the amount payable is determined by that country’s customs. If an export license is required, the costs are borne by the buyer. The cost depends progressively on the value of the work to be exported.

Seller's Story

- ABOUT US - Fragonard Interiors is a company with experience for more than 30 years, with a team of experts specialized in antiques, design pieces, works of art and interior design projects. We always seek excellence and originality in each of the pieces, chasing as much customer satisfaction as possible. By giving a new life to the pieces and works of art, we manage to perpetuate their soul and activate a circular economy of objects. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: fragonard_interiors The packaging is professional and adapted to each piece, with tracking number and shipping insurance. 100% AUTHENTICITY AND QUALITY CONTROL. Each item sold is analyzed, studied and authenticated by experts. WORLD DELIVERY We ship to all countries served by international courier service providers such as DHL, UPS ... You can also arrange for yourself to pick up at our physical location.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
4 kg
Wood type
Mahogany
Title additional information
Ship's desk.
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Wood
Colour
Brown, Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
14 cm
Width
35 cm
Depth
22 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Can Be Locked
No
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Objects sold
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