Writing desk - Wood

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English mahogany armoire-desk cabinet dating to the late 19th/early 20th century in Georgian Revival style, with a central drawer that converts to a writing surface, glass doors with decorative muntins, and brass hardware; height 206 cm, width 109 cm, depth 47 cm.

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English mahogany desk cabinet, Georgian Revival period, 19th century.

Elegant English-style desk cabinet in solid and veneered mahogany, inspired by the Georgian period (Georgian Revival), datable to the late 19th or early 20th century (c. 1890–1920).

It features an upper body with two glazed doors with decorative glazing in Gothic tracery, topped by a richly carved cornice.

The central module houses a drawer that converts into a writing desk, revealing a light-wood interior with multiple pigeonholes, small drawers and compartments for correspondence.

The lower part consists of two doors that conceal a large storage space with a shelf.

Notable are the quality of the mahogany, the handsome wood grain, brass hardware, and the excellent overall proportions, combining functionality and elegance.

Ideal piece for a library, study, living room, or an English furniture collection.

Height: 206 cm. Width: 109 cm. Depth: 47 cm.

Period: Late 19th / early 20th century (c. 1890–1920).

Style: Georgian Revival (English).

Material: Mahogany, glass and brass hardware.

English mahogany desk cabinet, Georgian Revival period, 19th century.

Elegant English-style desk cabinet in solid and veneered mahogany, inspired by the Georgian period (Georgian Revival), datable to the late 19th or early 20th century (c. 1890–1920).

It features an upper body with two glazed doors with decorative glazing in Gothic tracery, topped by a richly carved cornice.

The central module houses a drawer that converts into a writing desk, revealing a light-wood interior with multiple pigeonholes, small drawers and compartments for correspondence.

The lower part consists of two doors that conceal a large storage space with a shelf.

Notable are the quality of the mahogany, the handsome wood grain, brass hardware, and the excellent overall proportions, combining functionality and elegance.

Ideal piece for a library, study, living room, or an English furniture collection.

Height: 206 cm. Width: 109 cm. Depth: 47 cm.

Period: Late 19th / early 20th century (c. 1890–1920).

Style: Georgian Revival (English).

Material: Mahogany, glass and brass hardware.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Georgian
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
206 cm
Width
109 cm
Depth
47 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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Objects sold
96.3%
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